In 2 Samuel 15 we read King David's own son Absolom raises an army, declares himself King of Israel, and puts David on the run. During the rebellion our attention is drawn to a particular man who joins Absolom by the name of Ahithophel. He was the wisest counselor in all the land and a close friend of David. But when the opportunity presents itself, Ahithophel jumps at the chance to join the rebellion and kill David. Why?