Verse 5

Whenever a man approached to bow down to him, Absalom would reach out, take hold of him, and kiss him.

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Referenced Verses

  • 2 Sam 14:33 : 33 So Joab went to the king and told him this. Then the king summoned Absalom, who came to the king and bowed himself down with his face to the ground before him. And the king kissed Absalom.
  • Ps 10:9-9 : 9 He lies in wait secretly, like a lion in his den; he lies in wait to catch the afflicted; he catches the afflicted by drawing them into his net. 10 He crouches, he bows down, and the helpless fall by his strong claws.
  • Ps 55:21 : 21 He has put forth his hands against those who were at peace with him; he has violated his covenant.
  • Prov 26:25 : 25 Though they speak graciously, do not believe them, for there are seven abominations in their heart.