2 Samuel 17:7

Afrikaans 1933/1953

En Husai sê vir Absalom: Die raad wat Agitofel hierdie keer gegee het, is nie goed nie.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, Hushai tells Absalom that the advice Ahithophel has given is not good for the current situation. Hushai is trying to steer Absalom away from a potentially harmful decision.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have two friends. One friend tells you to do something that sounds really fun but might get you in trouble. The other friend says, 'Wait, that's not a good idea right now.' That's what Hushai is doing for Absalom, trying to keep him safe.

Historical Background

This verse is from the Book of 2 Samuel, written around the 6th century BCE. It describes events during King David's reign and his conflict with his son Absalom. The text is part of the historical narrative detailing the political and military dynamics of ancient Israel.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, if a friend advises you to quit your job impulsively, but another suggests waiting, consider the second advice carefully, as it might prevent future problems.

Topics

• advice
• leadership
• decision-making
• conflict
• loyalty
• wisdom

Related Verses

• 2 Samuel 15:12
• 2 Samuel 17:14
• 1 Kings 12:6
• Matthew 2:14
• Proverbs 11:14

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Hushai give different advice from Ahithophel?

Hushai was loyal to King David and wanted to undermine Absalom's plans, so he gave misleading advice to protect David.

What was the main conflict between Absalom and David?

The main conflict was over leadership of Israel. Absalom sought to overthrow his father, King David, to become king himself.

How can we discern good advice from bad advice?

We can discern good advice by considering the advisor's motives, seeking multiple perspectives, and evaluating the advice against principles we know to be true.

What does this verse teach us about leadership?

This verse teaches us that leaders should be open to different opinions and carefully evaluate advice to make wise decisions.