שמואל ב, פרק ט״ז, פסוק ט״ו

Following the detailed account of David's experiences on his journey, the narrative shifts its focus back to Absalom [אברבנאל]. Absalom makes his entrance into Jerusalem accompanied by large crowds. The masses of people arriving with him represent the broader population of the Israelites [ביאור שטיינזלץ]. Alongside Absalom and the vast number of Israelites escorting him, his great advisor, Ahithophel, also arrives in the city [אברבנאל].