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John Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 17:6

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John Gill (1697–1771) · 18th-century historical commentary
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And when Hushai was come to Absalom, etc.] Into the council chamber, very probably: Absalom spake unto him, saying, Ahithophel hath spoken after this manner; and then related the counsel he had given as before: shall we do [after] his saying? is it right to proceed on this scheme, and carry it into execution? if not, speak thou; thy mind freely, without any reserve, or fear of giving any offence.
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