2 Samuel 15:35
“Don’t you have Zadok and Abiathar the priests there with you? Therefore whatever you hear out of the king’s house, tell it to Zadok and Abiathar the priests.”
What does 2 Samuel 15:35 mean?
David is speaking to his loyal adviser Hushai, giving him instructions on how to help during Absalom's rebellion. Hushai will pretend to switch his loyalty to Absalom, and David wants him to gather intelligence by reporting what he hears back through the two priests, Zadok and Abiathar, who remain loyal to David's cause. This reveals how David is trying to stay connected to what's happening in Jerusalem even while fleeing the city. He's using trusted people in strategic positions, not out of paranoia, but as a practical way to survive a dangerous situation. It shows us that even in moments of crisis and betrayal, David doesn't give up on gathering wisdom and staying informed about what's really going on around him.