Bible Dictionary
Hushai, Or Hushai
Hushai was an Archite and trusted friend of David who pretended allegiance to Absalom. His counsel delayed the pursuit of David and contributed to the failure of Absalom’s revolt.
Biblical Usage
Hushai appears in the accounts of David’s flight from Jerusalem and Absalom’s revolt. He is called David’s friend and is associated with the counsel that preserved David’s cause. He is also possibly identified as the father of Baana.
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