2Sa 17:23 | MHM | STEP | v. 23 : Ahithophel, realizing that Absalom did not follow his advice, went home, set his affairs in order, and hanged himself (2 Samuel 17:23 ). His pride could not bear being ignored, and he feared that Absalom’s rebellion would fail, leaving him to face punishment for his betrayal of David. His death showed the foolishness of trusting in human wisdom and pride. As the Bible says, Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom (Jeremiah 9:23 ).

‏ 2 Samuel 17:23

v. 23: Ahithophel, realizing that Absalom did not follow his advice, went home, set his affairs in order, and hanged himself (2 Samuel 17:23 ^a). His pride could not bear being ignored, and he feared that Absalom’s rebellion would fail, leaving him to face punishment for his betrayal of David. His death showed the foolishness of trusting in human wisdom and pride. As the Bible says, Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom (Jeremiah 9:23 ^b).