Ahitofel

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  1. Chushai and Achitofel

    Chapter 16 (II)

    Rabbi Amnon Bazak

    Hushai ha-Erki was sent to Avshalom in order to prevent Ahitofel’s plan. What means did Hushai use? Why did Ahitofel tell Avshalom to sleep with his father’s mistresses? And why was Hushai silent, instead of negating Ahitofel’s advice?

  2. Chushai's Counsel

    Chapter 17 (I)

    Rabbi Amnon Bazak

    In a brilliant speech, Hushai successfully thwarts Ahitofel’s well-crafted plan. How did Hushai achieve this end? How is this episode similar to the story of Rehavam receiving advice at the start of Yerovam’s uprising?

  3. David Crosses the Jordan

    Chapter 17 (II)

    Rabbi Amnon Bazak

    Despite the acceptance of Hushai’s plan, David flees toward the Jordan River. What is the meaning of his actions? Who assists David, and what is the symbolic significance of this assistance?