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Hushai the Arkite was the king&#8217s confidant.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/27.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Ahithophel was the royal adviser. Hushai the Arkite was the king’s friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/27.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Ahithophel was the king’s counselor, and Hushai the Archite was the king’s friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/27.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ahithophel was the king’s counselor. Hushai the Archite was the king’s friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/27.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And Ahithophel <i>was</i> the king's counseller: and Hushai the Archite <i>was</i> the king's companion:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_chronicles/27.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Ahithophel <i>was</i> the king’s counselor, and Hushai the Archite <i>was</i> the king’s companion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_chronicles/27.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ahithophel <i>was</i> counselor to the king; and Hushai the Archite <i>was</i> the king’s friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/27.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Ahithophel was counselor to the king; and Hushai the Archite was the king&#8217s friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_chronicles/27.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And Ahithophel was counselor to the king; and Hushai the Archite was the king’s friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_chronicles/27.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Ahithophel <i>was</i> counselor to the king; and Hushai the Archite <i>was</i> the king’s friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_chronicles/27.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Ahithophel was counselor to the king; and Hushai the Archite was the king’s companion <i>and</i> friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_chronicles/27.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ahithophel was the king’s counselor. Hushai the Archite was the king’s friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_chronicles/27.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ahithophel was the king&#8217s counselor. Hushai the Archite was the king&#8217s friend. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_chronicles/27.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />and Ahithophel was the king's counsellor: and Hushai the Archite was the king's friend:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/1_chronicles/27.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Ahithophel and Hushai the Archite were two of David's advisors. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_chronicles/27.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And Ahithophel was the king's counsellor: and Hushai the Archite was the king's friend:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_chronicles/27.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Ahithophel was the king's adviser. Hushai, a descendant of Archi, was the king's friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_chronicles/27.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Ahithophel was adviser to the king, and Hushai the Archite was the king's friend and counselor. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_chronicles/27.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Ahithophel served as an advisor to the king, Hushai the Archite was the king's trusted associate, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_chronicles/27.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ahithophel was the king?s counselor. Hushai the Archite was the king?s friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_chronicles/27.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Ahithophel was the king's adviser; Hushai the Arkite was the king's confidant. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_chronicles/27.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Ahithophel was the king's counselor: and Hushai the Archite was the king's friend:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_chronicles/27.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And Ahithophel was the king's counselor: and Hushai the Archite was the king's companion:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_chronicles/27.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Ahithophel was the king’s counselor. Hushai the Archite was the king’s friend. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_chronicles/27.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and Ahithophel [is] counselor to the king; and Hushai the Archite [is] the friend of the king;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_chronicles/27.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and Ahithophel is counsellor to the king; and Hushai the Archite is the friend of the king;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_chronicles/27.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And Ahithophel counseling to the king: and Hushai the Archite the friend of the king:<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_chronicles/27.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And Achitophel was the king's counsellor, and Chusai the Arachite, the king's friend. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_chronicles/27.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Now Ahithophel was the counselor of the king; and Hushai, the Archite, was the king’s friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_chronicles/27.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Ahithophel was also the king’s counselor, and Hushai the Archite was the king’s friend.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_chronicles/27.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Ahithophel was the king’s counselor, and Hushai the Archite was the king’s friend.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_chronicles/27.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And Ahithophel was the king's counsellor; and Hushai the Archite was the king's friend;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/1_chronicles/27.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And Akhithuphel, Counselor of the King, and Khushi the Arkite, a friend of the King.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/1_chronicles/27.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />and Ahithophel was the king's counsellor; and Hushai the Archite was the king's friend;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/1_chronicles/27.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Achitophel <i>was</i> the king's counsellor: and Chusi the chief friend of the king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_chronicles/27-33.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/wtNNY-qpWWI?start=7794" 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/1_chronicles/27.htm">The Counselors</a></span><br><span class="reftext">32</span>David’s uncle Jonathan was a counselor; he was a man of insight and a scribe. Jehiel son of Hachmoni attended to the sons of the king. <span class="reftext">33</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/302.htm" title="302: wa·’ă·ḥî·ṯō·p̄el (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- An adviser of David. From 'ach and taphel; brother of folly; Achithophel, an Israelite.">Ahithophel</a> <a href="/hebrew/4428.htm" title="4428: lam·mɛ·lɛḵs (Prep-l, Art:: N-ms) -- King. From malak; a king.">was the king’s</a> <a href="/hebrew/3289.htm" title="3289: yō·w·‘êṣ (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To advise, counsel. A primitive root; to advise; reflexively, to deliberate or resolve.">counselor.</a> <a href="/hebrew/2365.htm" title="2365: wə·ḥū·šay (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Two Isr. From chuwsh; hasty; Chushai, an Israelite.">Hushai</a> <a href="/hebrew/757.htm" title="757: hā·’ar·kî (Art:: N-proper-ms) -- A native of a place in Pal. Patrial from another place of similar name with 'Erek; an Arkite or native of Erek.">the Archite</a> <a href="/hebrew/4428.htm" title="4428: ham·me·leḵ (Art:: N-ms) -- King. From malak; a king.">was the king’s</a> <a href="/hebrew/7453.htm" title="7453: rê·a‘ (N-msc) -- Friend, companion, fellow. Or reya2; from ra'ah; an associate.">friend.</a> </span><span class="reftext">34</span>Ahithophel was succeeded by Jehoiada son of Benaiah, then by Abiathar. Joab was the commander of the king’s army.…<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/15-12.htm">2 Samuel 15:12</a></span><br />While Absalom was offering the sacrifices, he sent for Ahithophel the Gilonite, David’s counselor, to come from his hometown of Giloh. So the conspiracy gained strength, and Absalom’s following kept increasing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/16-23.htm">2 Samuel 16:23</a></span><br />Now in those days the advice of Ahithophel was like the consultation of the word of God. Such was the regard that both David and Absalom had for Ahithophel’s advice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/17-1.htm">2 Samuel 17:1-23</a></span><br />Furthermore, Ahithophel said to Absalom, “Let me choose twelve thousand men and set out tonight in pursuit of David. / I will attack him while he is weak and weary; I will throw him into a panic, and all the people with him will flee; I will strike down only the king / and bring all the people back to you as a bride returning to her husband. You seek the life of only one man; then all the people will be at peace.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/4-5.htm">1 Kings 4:5</a></span><br />Azariah son of Nathan was in charge of the governors; Zabud son of Nathan was a priest and adviser to the king;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/12-6.htm">1 Kings 12:6-8</a></span><br />Then King Rehoboam consulted with the elders who had served his father Solomon during his lifetime. “How do you advise me to respond to these people?” he asked. / They replied, “If you will be a servant to these people and serve them this day, and if you will respond by speaking kind words to them, they will be your servants forever.” / But Rehoboam rejected the advice of the elders; instead, he consulted the young men who had grown up with him and served him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/15-31.htm">2 Samuel 15:31</a></span><br />Now someone told David: “Ahithophel is among the conspirators with Absalom.” So David pleaded, “O LORD, please turn the counsel of Ahithophel into foolishness!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/23-34.htm">2 Samuel 23:34</a></span><br />Eliphelet son of Ahasbai the Maacathite, Eliam son of Ahithophel the Gilonite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-7.htm">1 Kings 1:7</a></span><br />So Adonijah conferred with Joab son of Zeruiah and with Abiathar the priest, who supported him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-12.htm">1 Kings 1:12</a></span><br />Now please, come and let me advise you. Save your own life and the life of your son Solomon.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-42.htm">1 Kings 1:42</a></span><br />As he was speaking, suddenly Jonathan the son of Abiathar the priest arrived. “Come in,” said Adonijah, “for you are a man of valor. You must be bringing good news.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/2-22.htm">1 Kings 2:22</a></span><br />King Solomon answered his mother, “Why do you request Abishag the Shunammite for Adonijah? Since he is my older brother, you might as well request the kingdom for him and for Abiathar the priest and for Joab son of Zeruiah!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/11-3.htm">1 Chronicles 11:3</a></span><br />So all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron, where David made a covenant with them before the LORD. And they anointed him king over Israel, according to the word of the LORD through Samuel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-32.htm">1 Chronicles 12:32</a></span><br />From Issachar, men who understood the times and knew what Israel should do: 200 chiefs with all their kinsmen at their command.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/26-14.htm">1 Chronicles 26:14</a></span><br />The lot for the East Gate fell to Shelemiah. Then lots were cast for his son Zechariah, a wise counselor, and the lot for the North Gate fell to him.<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.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And Ahithophel was the king's counselor: and Hushai the Archite was the king's companion:</p><p class="hdg">Ahithophel</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/15-12.htm">2 Samuel 15:12</a></b></br> And Absalom sent for Ahithophel the Gilonite, David's counseller, from his city, <i>even</i> from Giloh, while he offered sacrifices. And the conspiracy was strong; for the people increased continually with Absalom.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/16-23.htm">2 Samuel 16:23</a></b></br> And the counsel of Ahithophel, which he counselled in those days, <i>was</i> as if a man had inquired at the oracle of God: so <i>was</i> all the counsel of Ahithophel both with David and with Absalom.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/17-23.htm">2 Samuel 17:23</a></b></br> And when Ahithophel saw that his counsel was not followed, he saddled <i>his</i> ass, and arose, and gat him home to his house, to his city, and put his household in order, and hanged himself, and died, and was buried in the sepulchre of his father.</p><p class="hdg">Hushai</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/15-32.htm">2 Samuel 15:32,37</a></b></br> And it came to pass, that <i>when</i> David was come to the top <i>of the mount</i>, where he worshipped God, behold, Hushai the Archite came to meet him with his coat rent, and earth upon his head: … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/16-16.htm">2 Samuel 16:16</a></b></br> And it came to pass, when Hushai the Archite, David's friend, was come unto Absalom, that Hushai said unto Absalom, God save the king, God save the king.</p><p class="hdg">companion</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/16-17.htm">2 Samuel 16:17</a></b></br> And Absalom said to Hushai, <i>Is</i> this thy kindness to thy friend? why wentest thou not with thy friend?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/55-13.htm">Psalm 55:13</a></b></br> But <i>it was</i> thou, a man mine equal, my guide, and mine acquaintance.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/zechariah/13-7.htm">Zechariah 13:7</a></b></br> Awake, O sword, against my shepherd, and against the man <i>that is</i> my fellow, saith the LORD of hosts: smite the shepherd, and the sheep shall be scattered: and I will turn mine hand upon the little ones.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_samuel/23-34.htm">Ahithophel</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-34.htm">Ahith'ophel</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-15.htm">Archite</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-15.htm">Arkite</a> <a href="/1_kings/20-35.htm">Companion</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/27-32.htm">Counsellor</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/27-32.htm">Counselor</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/27-32.htm">Discussion</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/27-32.htm">Expert</a> <a href="/1_kings/5-1.htm">Friend</a> <a href="/1_kings/4-16.htm">Hushai</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/27-32.htm">King's</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_chronicles/27-34.htm">Ahithophel</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/27-34.htm">Ahith'ophel</a> <a href="/2_samuel/15-32.htm">Archite</a> <a href="/genesis/10-17.htm">Arkite</a> <a href="/job/30-29.htm">Companion</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/22-3.htm">Counsellor</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/22-3.htm">Counselor</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/30-2.htm">Discussion</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/29-5.htm">Expert</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/20-7.htm">Friend</a> <a href="/2_samuel/15-32.htm">Hushai</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/27-34.htm">King's</a><div class="vheading2">1 Chronicles 27</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/27-1.htm">The twelve captains for each month</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/27-16.htm">The princes of the twelve tribes</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/27-23.htm">The numbering of the people is hindered</a></span><br><span class="reftext">25. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/27-25.htm">David's several officers</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 />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <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/1_chronicles/27.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_chronicles/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/1_chronicles/27.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Ahithophel was the king’s counselor.</b><br>Ahithophel was a highly esteemed advisor to King David, known for his wisdom and insight. His role as a counselor is significant, as he was considered one of the most trusted and influential figures in David's court. The position of counselor was crucial in the ancient Near Eastern monarchies, where kings often relied on a close circle of advisors for decision-making. Ahithophel's advice was so highly regarded that it was likened to consulting the word of God (<a href="/2_samuel/16-23.htm">2 Samuel 16:23</a>). However, his story takes a tragic turn when he defects to Absalom during the rebellion against David, which ultimately leads to his downfall and suicide (<a href="/2_samuel/17-23.htm">2 Samuel 17:23</a>). This highlights the themes of loyalty and betrayal, as well as the consequences of turning against God's anointed king. Ahithophel's life serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of pride and the importance of faithfulness.<p><b>Hushai the Archite was the king’s friend.</b><br>Hushai the Archite is described as the king's friend, a title that indicates a position of personal trust and loyalty rather than an official court role. The term "friend" in this context suggests a close and intimate relationship with King David, one that goes beyond mere political alliance. Hushai's loyalty is demonstrated during Absalom's rebellion, where he acts as a double agent to thwart Ahithophel's counsel and protect David (<a href="/2_samuel/15-32.htm">2 Samuel 15:32-37</a>; 17:1-14). His actions are pivotal in ensuring David's survival and eventual restoration to the throne. The designation "Archite" refers to his origin from the region of Archi, near Bethel, indicating his geographical and tribal affiliations. Hushai's role as a faithful friend and ally to David can be seen as a type of Christ, who is the ultimate friend and advocate for believers, demonstrating loyalty and sacrificial love.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/a/ahithophel.htm">Ahithophel</a></b><br>A highly esteemed counselor to King David, known for his wisdom. His advice was considered as if one had consulted the word of God. However, he later betrayed David by siding with Absalom during the rebellion.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/h/hushai_the_archite.htm">Hushai the Archite</a></b><br>A loyal friend and advisor to King David. Unlike Ahithophel, Hushai remained faithful to David during Absalom's rebellion and played a crucial role in thwarting Ahithophel's counsel.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/k/king_david.htm">King David</a></b><br>The second king of Israel, known for his heart for God and his leadership. This verse highlights the importance of his advisors and friends in his reign.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/a/absalom's_rebellion.htm">Absalom’s Rebellion</a></b><br>A significant event where David's son, Absalom, attempted to overthrow his father. This rebellion tested the loyalty and wisdom of David's counselors.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_counselors.htm">The Role of Counselors</a></b><br>In the ancient Near Eastern context, counselors were vital to a king's rule, providing strategic advice and support.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_godly_counsel.htm">The Value of Godly Counsel</a></b><br>Seek advisors who are not only wise but also aligned with God's will. Wisdom without loyalty to God can lead to destructive outcomes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/loyalty_in_relationships.htm">Loyalty in Relationships</a></b><br>True friendship is demonstrated through loyalty, especially in times of crisis. Hushai's loyalty to David is a model for Christian relationships.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/discernment_in_leadership.htm">Discernment in Leadership</a></b><br>Leaders must discern between good and bad counsel. David's ability to recognize and act on Hushai's advice over Ahithophel's shows the importance of spiritual discernment.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_betrayal.htm">The Consequences of Betrayal</a></b><br>Betrayal can have devastating effects, as seen in Ahithophel's account. Christians are called to be faithful and trustworthy in their relationships.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_human_affairs.htm">God’s Sovereignty in Human Affairs</a></b><br>Despite human plans and betrayals, God's purposes prevail. Hushai's successful counter-counsel demonstrates God's hand in guiding events according to His will.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_chronicles_27.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 27</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/where_is_malta_mentioned_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Ahithophel in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_ahithophel_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Ahithophel in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_the_discrepancy_on_jehoshaphat's_actions.htm">In 1 Kings 22:43, why does the text imply Jehoshaphat removed high places when 2 Chronicles 20:33 suggests otherwise?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_record_a_partial_count_in_1_chron_27.htm">Why does 1 Chronicles 27:23-24 mention divine wrath for numbering, yet still record a partial count of fighting men?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_chronicles/27.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 33.</span> - For <span class="cmt_word">Hushai the Archite</span>, see <a href="/2_samuel/15-32.htm">2 Samuel 15:32, 37</a>; <a href="/2_samuel/16-16.htm">2 Samuel 16:16</a>; <a href="/2_samuel/17-14.htm">2 Samuel 17:14, 15</a>. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_chronicles/27-33.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">Ahithophel</span><br /><span class="heb">וַאֲחִיתֹ֖פֶל</span> <span class="translit">(wa·’ă·ḥî·ṯō·p̄el)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_302.htm">Strong's 302: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ahithophel -- an adviser of David</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was the king’s</span><br /><span class="heb">לַמֶּ֑לֶךְ</span> <span class="translit">(lam·me·leḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l, 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">counselor.</span><br /><span class="heb">יוֹעֵ֣ץ</span> <span class="translit">(yō·w·‘êṣ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3289.htm">Strong's 3289: </a> </span><span class="str2">To advise, to deliberate, resolve</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Hushai</span><br /><span class="heb">וְחוּשַׁ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḥū·šay)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2365.htm">Strong's 2365: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hushai -- two Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the Archite</span><br /><span class="heb">הָאַרְכִּ֖י</span> <span class="translit">(hā·’ar·kî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_757.htm">Strong's 757: </a> </span><span class="str2">Archite -- a native of a place in Palestine</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was the king’s</span><br /><span class="heb">הַמֶּֽלֶךְ׃</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">friend.</span><br /><span class="heb">רֵ֥עַ</span> <span class="translit">(rê·a‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7453.htm">Strong's 7453: </a> </span><span class="str2">Friend, companion, fellow</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_chronicles/27-33.htm">1 Chronicles 27:33 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/27-33.htm">1 Chronicles 27:33 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/27-33.htm">1 Chronicles 27:33 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/27-33.htm">1 Chronicles 27:33 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/27-33.htm">1 Chronicles 27:33 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_chronicles/27-33.htm">1 Chronicles 27:33 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_chronicles/27-33.htm">1 Chronicles 27:33 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_chronicles/27-33.htm">1 Chronicles 27:33 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_chronicles/27-33.htm">1 Chronicles 27:33 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_chronicles/27-33.htm">1 Chronicles 27:33 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_chronicles/27-33.htm">OT History: 1 Chronicles 27:33 Ahithophel was the king's counselor: and Hushai (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_chronicles/27-32.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Chronicles 27:32"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 27:32" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_chronicles/27-34.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Chronicles 27:34"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 27:34" /></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>