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
Absalom commanded his servants, saying, “See now, when Amnon’s heart is merry with wine, and when I say to you, ‘Strike Amnon,’ then put him to death. Do not fear; have not I myself commanded you? Be courageous and be valiant.”
2 Samuel 14:30
Therefore he said to his servants, “See, Joab’s field is next to mine, and he has barley there; go and set it on fire.” So Absalom’s servants set the field on fire.

Reigneth

2 Samuel 19:10
However, Absalom, whom we anointed over us, has died in battle. Now then, why are you silent about bringing the king back?”
Job 20:5
That the triumphing of the wicked is short,
And the joy of the godless momentary?
Psalm 73:18
Surely You set them in slippery places;
You cast them down to destruction.

General references

Psalm 37:12
The wicked plots against the righteous
And gnashes at him with his teeth.