New International Version The king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he went to Hebron. New Living Translation “All right,” the king told him. “Go and fulfill your vow.” So Absalom went to Hebron. English Standard Version The king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he arose and went to Hebron. Berean Standard Bible “Go in peace,” said the king. So Absalom got up and went to Hebron. Berean Literal Bible And the king said to him, “Go in peace.” And he arose and went to Hebron. King James Bible And the king said unto him, Go in peace. So he arose, and went to Hebron. New King James Version And the king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he arose and went to Hebron. New American Standard Bible The king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he got up and went to Hebron. NASB 1995 The king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he arose and went to Hebron. NASB 1977 And the king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he arose and went to Hebron. Legacy Standard Bible And the king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he arose and went to Hebron. Amplified Bible And [David] the king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he arose and went to Hebron. Berean Annotated Bible “Go in peace, said the king. So Absalom got up and went to Hebron (association). Christian Standard Bible “Go in peace,” the king said to him. So he went to Hebron. Holman Christian Standard Bible Go in peace,” the king said to him. So he went to Hebron. American Standard Version And the king said unto him, Go in peace. So he arose, and went to Hebron. Contemporary English Version David gave his permission, and Absalom went to Hebron. English Revised Version And the king said unto him, Go in peace. So he arose, and went to Hebron. GOD'S WORD® Translation "Go in peace," the king told him. So he went to Hebron. Good News Translation "Go in peace," the king said. So Absalom went to Hebron. International Standard Version The king replied to him, "Go in peace!" So Absalom got up and left for Hebron. NET Bible The king replied to him, "Go in peace." So Absalom got up and went to Hebron. New Heart English Bible The king said to him, "Go in peace." So he arose, and went to Hebron. Webster's Bible Translation And the king said to him, Go in peace, So he arose, and went to Hebron. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“Go in peace,” said the king. So Absalom got up and went to Hebron. World English Bible The king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he arose and went to Hebron. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the king says to him, “Go in peace”; and he rises and goes to Hebron, Berean Literal Bible And the king said to him, “Go in peace.” And he arose and went to Hebron. Young's Literal Translation And the king saith to him, 'Go in peace;' and he riseth and goeth to Hebron, Smith's Literal Translation And the king will say to him, Go in peace. And he will rise and go to Hebron. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd king David said to him: Go in peace. And he arose, and went to Hebron. Catholic Public Domain Version And king David said to him, “Go in peace.” And he rose up and went away to Hebron. New American Bible The king said to him, “Go in peace,” and he went off to Hebron. New Revised Standard Version The king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he got up, and went to Hebron. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the king said to him, Go in peace. So he arose and went to Hebron. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The King said to him: “Go in peace!” And he arose, he went to Khebrun OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the king said unto him: 'Go in peace.' So he arose, and went to Hebron. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the king said to him, Go in peace. And he arose and went to Chebron. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Absalom's Conspiracy…8For your servant made a vow while dwelling in Geshur of Aram, saying: ‘If indeed the LORD brings me back to Jerusalem, I will worship the LORD in Hebron.’ ” 9“Go in peace,” said the king. So Absalom got up and went to Hebron. 10Then Absalom sent spies throughout the tribes of Israel with this message: “When you hear the sound of the horn, you are to say, ‘Absalom reigns in Hebron!’ ”… Cross References “Go in peace,” said the king. 1 Samuel 1:17 “Go in peace,” Eli replied, “and may the God of Israel grant the petition you have asked of Him.” 1 Samuel 20:42 And Jonathan said to David, “Go in peace, for the two of us have sworn in the name of the LORD, saying, ‘May the LORD be a witness between you and me, and between your descendants and mine forever.’” Then David got up and departed, and Jonathan went back into the city. 2 Kings 5:19 “Go in peace,” said Elisha. But after Naaman had traveled a short distance, So Absalom got up and went to Hebron. 2 Samuel 2:1 Some time later, David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go up to one of the towns of Judah?” “Go up,” the LORD answered. Then David asked, “Where should I go?” “To Hebron,” replied the LORD. 2 Samuel 5:3 So all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron, where King David made with them a covenant before the LORD. And they anointed him king over Israel. 1 Kings 2:11 The length of David’s reign over Israel was forty years—seven years in Hebron and thirty-three years in Jerusalem. 2 Samuel 14:33 So Joab went and told the king, and David summoned Absalom, who came to him and bowed facedown before him. Then the king kissed Absalom. 2 Samuel 3:27 When Abner returned to Hebron, Joab pulled him aside into the gateway, as if to speak to him privately, and there Joab stabbed him in the stomach. So Abner died on account of the blood of Joab’s brother Asahel. 1 Kings 2:5 Moreover, you know what Joab son of Zeruiah did to me—what he did to Abner son of Ner and Amasa son of Jether, the two commanders of the armies of Israel. He killed them in peacetime to avenge the blood of war. He stained with the blood of war the belt around his waist and the sandals on his feet. 1 Samuel 20:6 If your father misses me at all, tell him, ‘David urgently requested my permission to hurry to Bethlehem, his hometown, because there is an annual sacrifice for his whole clan.’ 1 Samuel 16:2 “How can I go?” Samuel asked. “Saul will hear of it and kill me!” The LORD answered, “Take a heifer with you and say, ‘I have come to sacrifice to the LORD.’ 1 Samuel 18:27 David and his men went out and killed two hundred Philistines. He brought their foreskins and presented them as payment in full to become the king’s son-in-law. Then Saul gave his daughter Michal to David in marriage. 1 Samuel 29:6 So Achish summoned David and told him, “As surely as the LORD lives, you have been upright, and it seems right in my sight that you should march in and out with me in the army, because I have found no fault in you from the day you came to me until this day. But you are not good in the sight of the leaders. 1 Kings 1:5 At that time Adonijah, David’s son by Haggith, began to exalt himself, saying, “I will be king!” And he acquired chariots and horsemen and fifty men to run ahead of him. 1 Kings 2:28-34 When the news reached Joab, who had conspired with Adonijah but not with Absalom, he fled to the tent of the LORD and took hold of the horns of the altar. / It was reported to King Solomon: “Joab has fled to the tent of the LORD and is now beside the altar.” So Solomon sent Benaiah son of Jehoiada, saying, “Go, strike him down!” / And Benaiah entered the tent of the LORD and said to Joab, “The king says, ‘Come out!’” But Joab replied, “No, I will die here.” So Benaiah relayed the message to the king, saying, “This is how Joab answered me.” … 1 Chronicles 12:38 All these men of war, arrayed for battle, came to Hebron fully determined to make David king over all Israel. And all the rest of the Israelites were of one mind to make David king. Treasury of Scripture And the king said to him, Go in peace. So he arose, and went to Hebron. no ref Jump to Previous Hebron Peace Riseth RoseJump to Next Hebron Peace Riseth Rose2 Samuel 15 1. Absalom, by fair speeches and courtesies, steals the hearts of Israel.7. By pretense of a vow, he obtains leave to go to Hebron 10. He makes there a great conspiracy 13. David upon the news flees from Jerusalem 19. Ittai will leave him 24. Zadok and Abiathar are sent back with the ark 30. David and his company go up mount Olivet weeping, 31. He curses Ahithophel's counsel 32. Hushai is sent back with instructions “Go in peace,” said the king. David granted Absalom permission in good faith, apparently unaware that his son intended to use the journey to begin a rebellion. His blessing reflects a father’s desire for peace within a deeply troubled family. 1Sa 1:17 “Go in peace,” Eli replied, “and may the God of Israel… So Absalom got up and went to Hebron. Hebron was Absalom’s birthplace and an important city in Judah, where David had first been anointed king. Its history and tribal influence made it a fitting place for Absalom to gather support and present himself as an alternative ruler. 2Sa 2:1 Some time later, David inquired of the LORD, … Persons / Places / Events 1. King DavidThe reigning king of Israel, known for his heart after God, but also for his personal and familial struggles. In this passage, he is the one granting Absalom permission to go to Hebron. 2. Absalom The third son of David, known for his handsome appearance and charismatic personality. He harbors resentment against his father and is plotting to usurp the throne. 3. Hebron A significant city in the history of Israel, previously the capital before Jerusalem. It is where Absalom goes under the pretense of fulfilling a vow but is actually planning his rebellion. 4. Rebellion The event that is set into motion by Absalom's departure to Hebron, where he plans to declare himself king and gather support against David. 5. Deception Absalom's deceitful plan to overthrow his father, which begins with his request to go to Hebron under false pretenses. Teaching Points The Consequences of Unresolved ConflictUnresolved issues within families can lead to deep-seated resentment and destructive actions. Absalom's rebellion is rooted in unresolved conflict with his father, David. The Deceptive Nature of Sin Sin often begins with deception, both of oneself and others. Absalom's outward appearance of piety masks his true intentions, reminding us to be wary of deceit in our own lives. The Importance of Discernment David's lack of discernment in this situation serves as a cautionary tale. We must seek God's wisdom to discern the true intentions of those around us. Trusting God's Sovereignty in Betrayal Even in the face of betrayal, we can trust in God's sovereign plan. David's life demonstrates that God can work through even the most painful circumstances for His purposes. The Role of Repentance and Forgiveness The account of Absalom and David underscores the need for repentance and forgiveness within families. Healing and restoration are possible when we turn to God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Samuel 15:9?2. How does 2 Samuel 15:9 demonstrate the importance of keeping one's promises? 3. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from 2 Samuel 15:9? 4. How does 2 Samuel 15:9 connect with Proverbs 16:9 about man's plans? 5. In what ways can we apply David's actions in 2 Samuel 15:9 today? 6. How does 2 Samuel 15:9 encourage us to trust God's plan over ours? 7. What is the significance of Absalom's journey to Hebron in 2 Samuel 15:9? 8. How does 2 Samuel 15:9 reflect Absalom's intentions and character? 9. Why did David permit Absalom to go to Hebron in 2 Samuel 15:9? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 15? David’s trusting blessing, “Go in peace,” exposes no negligence but rather a heart that assumes honesty. Absalom exploits that grace, rises with calculated speed, and heads to Hebron to leverage sacred history for personal gain. The verse captures the tragic collision of righteous goodwill and deceitful ambition, reminding readers to cherish trust yet remain discerning, for rebellion often disguises itself beneath the language of peace. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew “Goלֵ֣ךְ (lêḵ) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk in peace,” בְּשָׁל֑וֹם (bə·šā·lō·wm) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7965: Safe, well, happy, friendly, welfare, health, prosperity, peace said וַיֹּֽאמֶר־ (way·yō·mer-) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say the king. הַמֶּ֖לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king So [Absalom] arose וַיָּ֖קָם (way·yā·qām) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand and went וַיֵּ֥לֶךְ (way·yê·leḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk to Hebron. חֶבְרֽוֹנָה׃ (ḥeḇ·rō·w·nāh) Noun - proper - feminine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 2275: Hebron -- 'association, league', a city in southern Judah Additonal Resources 2 Samuel 15:9 Blue Letter Bible2 Samuel 15:9 Bible Gateway 2 Samuel 15:9 Bible.com 2 Samuel 15:9 NIV |



