en_tn_condensed/2sa/13/24.md

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# Look now
This is a phrase used to draw someone's attention to what is said next. Alternate translation: "Listen"
# your servant
Absalom is calling himself "your servant" to show respect.
# has sheep shearers
It was customary for people in Israel to have a party after they had sheared their sheep.
# may the king
Although he is talking to his father the king, he calls him "the king" instead of "you" to show respect for him.