Verse 5

When someone approached to bow before him, Absalom would extend his hand and embrace him and kiss him.

Referenced Verses

• 2 Sam 14:33 : 33 So Joab went to the king and informed him. The king summoned Absalom, and he came to the king. Absalom bowed down before the king with his face toward the ground and the king kissed him.
• Ps 10:9-9 : 9 He lies in ambush in a hidden place, like a lion in a thicket; he lies in ambush, waiting to catch the oppressed; he catches the oppressed by pulling in his net. 10 His victims are crushed and beaten down; they are trapped in his sturdy nets.
• Ps 55:21 : 21 His words are as smooth as butter, but he harbors animosity in his heart. His words seem softer than oil, but they are really like sharp swords.
• Prov 26:25 : 25 When he speaks graciously, do not believe him, for there are seven abominations within him.