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Raw Blame History

Look now

This is a phrase used to draw someone's attention to what is said next. AT: "Listen"

your servant

Absalom is calling himself "your servant" to show respect.

has sheep shearers

It was customary for people in Israel to have a party after they had sheared their sheep.

may the king

Although he is talking to his father the king, he calls him "the king" instead of "you" to show respect for him.