TSK · 2 Samuel 15:32

The southern border extended from Bethel to Luz, and crossed to Arkite territory at Ataroth.

Then Tamar put ashes on her head and tore the long robe she was wearing. She put her hands on her head and went on her way, wailing as she went.

The Advice of Ahithophel Now when Absalom and all the men of Israel arrived in Jerusalem, Ahithophel was with him.

But Absalom said,“Call for Hushai the Arkite, and let’s hear what he has to say.”

“When you direct your people to march out and fight their enemies, and they direct their prayers to the LORD toward his chosen city and this temple I built for your honor,

Ahithophel was the king’s adviser;Hushai the Arkite was the king’s confidant.

But you, LORD, are a shield that protects me; you are my glory and the one who restores me.

For the music director, to be accompanied by stringed instruments; a psalm of David. When I call out, answer me, O God who vindicates me! Though I am hemmed in, you will lead me into a wide, open place. Have mercy on me and respond to my prayer!

When he calls out to me, I will answer him. I will be with him when he is in trouble; I will rescue him and bring him honor.