The arrival of Hushai at the place where David has paused, described as David's friend with his garments torn and earth on his head—the conventional signs of mourning and distress—establishes the presence of another loyal follower who has come to the king despite the rebellion. Hushai's status as David's friend and his appearance of grief suggest his loyalty and his willingness to share in the king's suffering despite the obvious military advantage of remaining in the city and switching allegiance to the new king. The reference to Hushai's torn garments and his covering of dust suggests his participation in the collective mourning and his alignment with the suffering of the king. The verse establishes the continued presence of loyal followers even as David flees Jerusalem.

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