Ahithophel

American  

[uh-hith-uh-fel] / əˈhɪθ əˌfɛl /

Douay Bible, Achitophel

noun

1. (in the Bible) an adviser to David who later turned against him by joining the rebellion of Absalom.

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Ahithophel British  

/ əˈhɪθəˌfɛl /

noun

1. a member of David's council, who became one of Absalom's advisers in his rebellion and hanged himself when his advice was overruled (II Samuel 15:12–17:23)

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Example Sentences

Absalom reached the capital and took counsel with the renowned Ahithophel.

From The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 by Project Gutenberg

Then said Absalom unto Hushai, "Ahithophel hath spoken after this manner: shall we do after his saying? if not, speak thou."

From Heroes of Israel Text of the Hero Stories with Notes and Questions for Young Students by Soares, Theodore Gerald

"Your counsel is as the counsel of Ahithophel," said Ponsonby.

From Leaves from a Field Note-Book by Morgan, John Hartman

Absalom could do little, in his revolt, without the religious brand, so must needs have Ahithophel.

From The Mark of the Beast by Watson, Sidney

Thus and thus did Ahithophel counsel Absalom and the elders of Israel; and thus and thus have I counselled.

From Heroes of Israel Text of the Hero Stories with Notes and Questions for Young Students by Soares, Theodore Gerald