2 Samuel 17:16

Now therefore send quickly, and tell David, saying, Lodge not this night in the plains of the wilderness, but speedily pass over; lest the king be swallowed up, and all the people that are with him.

Cross-reference

2 Samuel 17:21 Historical context

In 2 Samuel 17:21, the message arrives safely and David acts — showing the warning's successful delivery and immediate response.

2 Samuel 17:22 Historical context

In 2 Samuel 17:22, David crosses the Jordan — the direct action commanded by Hushai's urgent warning in verse 16.

2 Samuel 15:14 Related theme

In 2 Samuel 15:14, David earlier resolved to flee from Absalom — Hushai's warning here echoes that same imperative to escape.

2 Samuel 15:35 Historical context

2 Samuel 15:35 sets up the spy network with Hushai that leads directly to this warning message in the narrative.