^{13 Ref} There came a messenger to David, saying, The hearts of the men of Israel are after Absalom.

^{14 Ref} David said to all his servants who were with him at Jerusalem, Arise, and let us flee; for else none of us shall escape from Absalom: make speed to depart, lest he overtake us quickly, and bring down evil on us, and strike the city with the edge of the sword.

^{15 Ref} The king's servants said to the king, Behold, your servants are ready to do whatever my lord the king shall choose.