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Ahitophel
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English
Alternative forms
en Achitophel
en Ahithophel
Proper noun
A wise counsellor of King David in the Bible, who during Absalom's revolt deserted David (Psalm 41:9; 55:12–14) and supported Absalom (2 Samuel 15:12).
Noun
Any wise but unprincipled advisor.
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