2 Samuel 15:16

“And the king went forth, etc.] Which determined the case: and all his household after him family and his court; they followed his example, and attended him in his flight: and the king left ten women, [which were] concubines, to keep the house; not to defend it, which they were unable to do, but to look after the household goods and furniture, that they were not damaged by the conspirators; though one would think they could be of little service, and may wonder what he should leave them behind for; but this seems to be ordered by the overruling providence of God, to bring about what was threatened him, (<101211>2 Samuel 12:11); and it is much he had not thought of it; but it was hid from his…”

“After him - Or, on foot, which the king chose to do, to humble himself under the hand of God; to encourage his companions in this hard and comfortless march; and to move compassion in his people towards him. Concubines - For he supposed that their sex would protect them, and their relation to David would gain them some respect, or at least, safety from his son. 2 Kings (2 Samuel) 15:17”

“the king: Psa 3:1 \*title after him: Heb. at his feet, Jdg 4:10; Sa1 25:27, Sa1 25:42 \*marg. ten women: Sa2 12:11, Sa2 16:21, Sa2 16:22, Sa2 20:3; Rom 12:2 2 Kings (2 Samuel) 15:17”