Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

But Absalom sent spies throughout all the tribes of Israel, saying, As soon as ye hear the sound of the trumpet, then ye shall say, Absalom reigneth in Hebron.

General references

Bible References

Spies

2 Samuel 13:28
Then Absalom instructed his young men, "Please keep watching Amnon until he's drunk. Then I'll tell you, "Attack Amnon!' As soon as I do, kill him and don't be afraid! You have your orders, so be strong and brave!"
2 Samuel 14:30
So Absalom told his servants, "Observe that Joab's grain field lies next to mine. He has barley planted there. Go set it on fire." So Absalom's servants set the field on fire.

Reigneth

2 Samuel 19:10
"The very same Absalom we anointed to rule just died in battle"!" "Now then, why remain silent about bringing the king back"?"
Job 20:5
The wicked triumph only briefly; the joy of the godless is momentary.
Psalm 73:18
You have certainly set them in slippery places; you will make them fall to their ruin.

General references

Psalm 37:12
The wicked person plots against the righteous, and grinds his teeth at him.

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