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# Look now
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2018-02-10 00:34:10 +00:00
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This is a phrase used to draw someone's attention to what is said next. Alternate translation: "Listen"
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# your servant
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Absalom is calling himself "your servant" to show respect.
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# has sheep shearers
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It was customary for people in Israel to have a party after they had sheared their sheep.
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# may the king
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Although he is talking to his father the king, he calls him "the king" instead of "you" to show respect for him.
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