שמואל ב, פרק כ׳, פסוק ב׳

A sudden and sharp division strikes the nation following a campaign of incitement led by Sheba son of Bichri, whom [אברבנאל] describes as a scoundrel. The Israelites abruptly withdraw their support from David and turn to follow Sheba [מצודת ציון, ביאור שטיינזלץ]. This departure is not a full-scale rebellion, but rather the direct result of manipulation. Sheba successfully convinces the people that David is merely a king over the tribe of Judah, effectively reducing his royal status back to what it was at the very beginning of his reign [ביאור שטיינזלץ].

In stark contrast, the men of Judah remain deeply loyal to David, driven by their shared tribal connection [אברבנאל]. They express this devotion through clear action, staying firmly by his side. They walk with him and provide a loyal escort for the entire journey, traveling from the Jordan River all the way to Jerusalem [מצודת דוד, ביאור שטיינזלץ].