2Sa 15:16 | MHM | STEP | v. 16-17 : David left Jerusalem on foot, taking his household and children for safety and comfort. He left ten concubines behind to take care of the palace, thinking they would be safe. He also paused at a place outside the city to let everyone gather (2 Samuel 15:16-17 ). He did not force anyone to follow him; those who wished to stay with Absalom could do so.

‏ 2 Samuel 15:16

v. 16-17: David left Jerusalem on foot, taking his household and children for safety and comfort. He left ten concubines behind to take care of the palace, thinking they would be safe. He also paused at a place outside the city to let everyone gather (2 Samuel 15:16-17 ^a). He did not force anyone to follow him; those who wished to stay with Absalom could do so.