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2 Samuel 15:9 "Go in peace," said the king. So Absalom got up and went to Hebron.
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So Absalom got up and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/2_samuel/15.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And the king said unto him, Go in peace. So he arose, and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/2_samuel/15.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />And the king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he arose and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/2_samuel/15.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he got up and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/15.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he arose and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/2_samuel/15.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And the king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he arose and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/2_samuel/15.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And the king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he arose and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/2_samuel/15.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />And [David] the king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he arose and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/2_samuel/15.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />“Go in peace,” the king said to him. So he went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/2_samuel/15.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Go in peace,” the king said to him. So he went to Hebron. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/2_samuel/15.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And the king said unto him, Go in peace. So he arose, and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/2_samuel/15.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />David gave his permission, and Absalom went to Hebron. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/2_samuel/15.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And the king said unto him, Go in peace. So he arose, and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/2_samuel/15.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />"Go in peace," the king told him. So he went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/2_samuel/15.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />"Go in peace," the king said. So Absalom went to Hebron. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/2_samuel/15.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The king replied to him, "Go in peace!" So Absalom got up and left for Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/2_samuel/15.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />?Go in peace,? said the king. So Absalom got up and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/2_samuel/15.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The king replied to him, "Go in peace." So Absalom got up and went to Hebron. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/2_samuel/15.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The king said to him, "Go in peace." So he arose, and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/2_samuel/15.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And the king said to him, Go in peace, So he arose, and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/2_samuel/15.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he arose and went to Hebron. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/2_samuel/15.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And the king says to him, “Go in peace”; and he rises and goes to Hebron,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/2_samuel/15.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And the king saith to him, 'Go in peace;' and he riseth and goeth to Hebron,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/2_samuel/15.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And the king will say to him, Go in peace. And he will rise and go to Hebron.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/2_samuel/15.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And king David said to him: Go in peace. And he arose, and went to Hebron. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/2_samuel/15.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And king David said to him, “Go in peace.” And he rose up and went away to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/2_samuel/15.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The king said to him, “Go in peace,” and he went off to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/2_samuel/15.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he got up, and went to Hebron.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/2_samuel/15.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And the king said to him, Go in peace. So he arose and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/2_samuel/15.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The King said to him: “Go in peace!” And he arose, he went to Khebrun<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/2_samuel/15.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And the king said unto him: 'Go in peace.' So he arose, and went to Hebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/2_samuel/15.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And the king said to him, Go in peace. And he arose and went to Chebron.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/2_samuel/15-9.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_0ajZHUzMKw?start=4134" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/2_samuel/15.htm">Absalom's Conspiracy</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">8</span>For your servant made a vow while dwelling in Geshur of Aram, saying: ‘If indeed the LORD brings me back to Jerusalem, I will worship the LORD in Hebron.’ ” <span class="reftext">9</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1980.htm" title="1980: lêḵ (V-Qal-Imp-ms) -- To go, come, walk. Akin to yalak; a primitive root; to walk.">“Go</a> <a href="/hebrew/7965.htm" title="7965: bə·šā·lō·wm (Prep-b:: N-ms) -- Or shalom; from shalam; safe, i.e. well, happy, friendly; also welfare, i.e. Health, prosperity, peace.">in peace,”</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: way·yō·mer- (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">said</a> <a href="/hebrew/4428.htm" title="4428: ham·me·leḵ (Art:: N-ms) -- King. From malak; a king.">the king.</a> <a href="/hebrew/lōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- "></a> <a href="/hebrew/6965.htm" title="6965: way·yā·qām (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To arise, stand up, stand. A primitive root; to rise.">So Absalom got up</a> <a href="/hebrew/1980.htm" title="1980: way·yê·leḵ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To go, come, walk. Akin to yalak; a primitive root; to walk.">and went</a> <a href="/hebrew/2275.htm" title="2275: ḥeḇ·rō·w·nāh (N-proper-fs:: 3fs) -- From cheber; seat of association; Chebron, a place in Palestine, also the name of two Israelites.">to Hebron.</a> </span><span class="reftext">10</span>Then Absalom sent spies throughout the tribes of Israel with this message: “When you hear the sound of the horn, you are to say, ‘Absalom reigns in Hebron!’ ”…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/14-33.htm">2 Samuel 14:33</a></span><br />So Joab went and told the king, and David summoned Absalom, who came to him and bowed facedown before him. Then the king kissed Absalom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/3-27.htm">2 Samuel 3:27</a></span><br />When Abner returned to Hebron, Joab pulled him aside into the gateway, as if to speak to him privately, and there Joab stabbed him in the stomach. So Abner died on account of the blood of Joab’s brother Asahel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/2-5.htm">1 Kings 2:5</a></span><br />Moreover, you know what Joab son of Zeruiah did to me—what he did to Abner son of Ner and Amasa son of Jether, the two commanders of the armies of Israel. He killed them in peacetime to avenge the blood of war. He stained with the blood of war the belt around his waist and the sandals on his feet.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/20-6.htm">1 Samuel 20:6</a></span><br />If your father misses me at all, tell him, ‘David urgently requested my permission to hurry to Bethlehem, his hometown, because there is an annual sacrifice for his whole clan.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/16-2.htm">1 Samuel 16:2</a></span><br />“How can I go?” Samuel asked. “Saul will hear of it and kill me!” The LORD answered, “Take a heifer with you and say, ‘I have come to sacrifice to the LORD.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/18-27.htm">1 Samuel 18:27</a></span><br />David and his men went out and killed two hundred Philistines. He brought their foreskins and presented them as payment in full to become the king’s son-in-law. Then Saul gave his daughter Michal to David in marriage.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/29-6.htm">1 Samuel 29:6</a></span><br />So Achish summoned David and told him, “As surely as the LORD lives, you have been upright, and it seems right in my sight that you should march in and out with me in the army, because I have found no fault in you from the day you came to me until this day. But you are not good in the sight of the leaders.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-5.htm">1 Kings 1:5</a></span><br />At that time Adonijah, David’s son by Haggith, began to exalt himself, saying, “I will be king!” And he acquired chariots and horsemen and fifty men to run ahead of him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/2-28.htm">1 Kings 2:28-34</a></span><br />When the news reached Joab, who had conspired with Adonijah but not with Absalom, he fled to the tent of the LORD and took hold of the horns of the altar. / It was reported to King Solomon: “Joab has fled to the tent of the LORD and is now beside the altar.” So Solomon sent Benaiah son of Jehoiada, saying, “Go, strike him down!” / And Benaiah entered the tent of the LORD and said to Joab, “The king says, ‘Come out!’” But Joab replied, “No, I will die here.” So Benaiah relayed the message to the king, saying, “This is how Joab answered me.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-38.htm">1 Chronicles 12:38</a></span><br />All these men of war, arrayed for battle, came to Hebron fully determined to make David king over all Israel. And all the rest of the Israelites were of one mind to make David king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/29-24.htm">1 Chronicles 29:24</a></span><br />All the officials and mighty men, as well as all of King David’s sons, pledged their allegiance to King Solomon.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/26-14.htm">Matthew 26:14-16</a></span><br />Then one of the Twelve, the one called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests / and asked, “What are you willing to give me if I hand Him over to you?” And they set out for him thirty pieces of silver. / So from then on Judas looked for an opportunity to betray Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/26-47.htm">Matthew 26:47-50</a></span><br />While Jesus was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, arrived, accompanied by a large crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests and elders of the people. / Now the betrayer had arranged a signal with them: “The One I kiss is the man; arrest Him.” / Going directly to Jesus, he said, “Greetings, Rabbi!” and kissed Him. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/14-10.htm">Mark 14:10-11</a></span><br />Then Judas Iscariot, one of the Twelve, went to the chief priests to betray Jesus to them. / They were delighted to hear this, and they promised to give him money. So Judas began to look for an opportunity to betray Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/14-43.htm">Mark 14:43-45</a></span><br />While Jesus was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, arrived, accompanied by a crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests, scribes, and elders. / Now the betrayer had arranged a signal with them: “The One I kiss is the man; arrest Him and lead Him away securely.” / Going directly to Jesus, he said, “Rabbi!” and kissed Him.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And the king said to him, Go in peace. So he arose, and went to Hebron.</p><p class="hdg">no ref </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_samuel/15-8.htm">Hebron</a> <a href="/2_samuel/14-17.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/2_samuel/14-31.htm">Riseth</a> <a href="/2_samuel/15-2.htm">Rose</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_samuel/15-10.htm">Hebron</a> <a href="/2_samuel/15-27.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-22.htm">Riseth</a> <a href="/2_samuel/18-31.htm">Rose</a><div class="vheading2">2 Samuel 15</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/15-1.htm">Absalom, by fair speeches and courtesies, steals the hearts of Israel.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/15-7.htm">By pretense of a vow, he obtains leave to go to Hebron</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/15-10.htm">He makes there a great conspiracy</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/15-13.htm">David upon the news flees from Jerusalem</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/15-19.htm">Ittai will leave him</a></span><br><span class="reftext">24. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/15-24.htm">Zadok and Abiathar are sent back with the ark</a></span><br><span class="reftext">30. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/15-30.htm">David and his company go up mount Olivet weeping,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/15-31.htm">He curses Ahithophel's counsel</a></span><br><span class="reftext">32. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/15-32.htm">Hushai is sent back with instructions</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-ATF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-300x250-ATF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-BTF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-300x250-BTF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-BTF2 --> <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_samuel/15.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_samuel/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/2_samuel/15.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>“Go in peace,” said the king.</b><br>This phrase reflects King David's trust and perhaps a lack of awareness of Absalom's true intentions. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, a blessing of peace was significant, often indicating goodwill and trust. David's words may also reflect his desire for reconciliation and harmony within his family, despite past tensions. The phrase "Go in peace" is reminiscent of other biblical instances where peace is invoked, such as in <a href="/1_samuel/1-17.htm">1 Samuel 1:17</a>, where Eli blesses Hannah. It also foreshadows the irony of Absalom's betrayal, as peace is not what he intends.<p><b>So Absalom got up and went to Hebron.</b><br>Hebron holds historical and spiritual significance in Israel's history. It was a city of refuge and the place where David was first anointed king over Judah (<a href="/2_samuel/2.htm">2 Samuel 2:1-4</a>). Absalom's choice of Hebron is strategic; it is not only his birthplace but also a city with strong tribal loyalties. By going to Hebron, Absalom seeks to leverage these loyalties to support his rebellion against David. This act of going to Hebron can be seen as a type of false messianic claim, contrasting with Jesus Christ, who also faced betrayal but remained the true King. The mention of Hebron connects to the broader narrative of David's reign and the fulfillment of God's promises, as Hebron was a key location in the establishment of David's kingdom.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/k/king_david.htm">King David</a></b><br>The reigning king of Israel, known for his heart after God, but also for his personal and familial struggles. In this passage, he is the one granting Absalom permission to go to Hebron.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/absalom.htm">Absalom</a></b><br>The third son of David, known for his handsome appearance and charismatic personality. He harbors resentment against his father and is plotting to usurp the throne.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/h/hebron.htm">Hebron</a></b><br>A significant city in the history of Israel, previously the capital before Jerusalem. It is where Absalom goes under the pretense of fulfilling a vow but is actually planning his rebellion.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/r/rebellion.htm">Rebellion</a></b><br>The event that is set into motion by Absalom's departure to Hebron, where he plans to declare himself king and gather support against David.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/d/deception.htm">Deception</a></b><br>Absalom's deceitful plan to overthrow his father, which begins with his request to go to Hebron under false pretenses.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_unresolved_conflict.htm">The Consequences of Unresolved Conflict</a></b><br>Unresolved issues within families can lead to deep-seated resentment and destructive actions. Absalom's rebellion is rooted in unresolved conflict with his father, David.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_deceptive_nature_of_sin.htm">The Deceptive Nature of Sin</a></b><br>Sin often begins with deception, both of oneself and others. Absalom's outward appearance of piety masks his true intentions, reminding us to be wary of deceit in our own lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_discernment.htm">The Importance of Discernment</a></b><br>David's lack of discernment in this situation serves as a cautionary tale. We must seek God's wisdom to discern the true intentions of those around us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trusting_god's_sovereignty_in_betrayal.htm">Trusting God's Sovereignty in Betrayal</a></b><br>Even in the face of betrayal, we can trust in God's sovereign plan. David's life demonstrates that God can work through even the most painful circumstances for His purposes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_repentance_and_forgiveness.htm">The Role of Repentance and Forgiveness</a></b><br>The account of Absalom and David underscores the need for repentance and forgiveness within families. Healing and restoration are possible when we turn to God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_samuel_15.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 15</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_2_samuel_15_align_chronologically.htm">Does the timeline in 2 Samuel 15 align with other biblical accounts, or does it create chronological contradictions?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/2_sam_15_7__'40_years'_or_'4_years'.htm">In 2 Samuel 15:7, why do some sources say 'forty years' while others say 'four years,' and which is correct?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_absalom_sway_israel_against_david.htm">How could Absalom have turned the hearts of all Israel against David so quickly (2 Samuel 15:6, 13)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_king_david_deceive_and_kill.htm">Why does King David, described elsewhere as righteous (1 Kings 15:5), resort to deceit and murder in 2 Samuel 11:14-17?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/2_samuel/15-9.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">“Go</span><br /><span class="heb">לֵ֣ךְ</span> <span class="translit">(lêḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1980.htm">Strong's 1980: </a> </span><span class="str2">To go, come, walk</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in peace,”</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּשָׁל֑וֹם</span> <span class="translit">(bə·šā·lō·wm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7965.htm">Strong's 7965: </a> </span><span class="str2">Safe, well, happy, friendly, welfare, health, prosperity, peace</span><br /><br /><span class="word">said</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיֹּֽאמֶר־</span> <span class="translit">(way·yō·mer-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> </span><span class="str2">To utter, say</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the king.</span><br /><span class="heb">הַמֶּ֖לֶךְ</span> <span class="translit">(ham·me·leḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4428.htm">Strong's 4428: </a> </span><span class="str2">A king</span><br /><br /><span class="word">So [Absalom] arose</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיָּ֖קָם</span> <span class="translit">(way·yā·qām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6965.htm">Strong's 6965: </a> </span><span class="str2">To arise, stand up, stand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and went</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיֵּ֥לֶךְ</span> <span class="translit">(way·yê·leḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1980.htm">Strong's 1980: </a> </span><span class="str2">To go, come, walk</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to Hebron.</span><br /><span class="heb">חֶבְרֽוֹנָה׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḥeḇ·rō·w·nāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - feminine singular | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2275.htm">Strong's 2275: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hebron -- 'association, league', a city in southern Judah</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_samuel/15-9.htm">2 Samuel 15:9 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/2_samuel/15-9.htm">2 Samuel 15:9 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/2_samuel/15-9.htm">2 Samuel 15:9 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/15-9.htm">2 Samuel 15:9 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/2_samuel/15-9.htm">2 Samuel 15:9 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/2_samuel/15-9.htm">2 Samuel 15:9 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_samuel/15-9.htm">2 Samuel 15:9 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_samuel/15-9.htm">2 Samuel 15:9 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/2_samuel/15-9.htm">2 Samuel 15:9 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/2_samuel/15-9.htm">2 Samuel 15:9 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/2_samuel/15-9.htm">OT History: 2 Samuel 15:9 The king said to him Go (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_samuel/15-8.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Samuel 15:8"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 15:8" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_samuel/15-10.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Samuel 15:10"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 15:10" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>