2Sam.15.5

And it was so, that when any man came nigh to him to do him obeisance, he put forth his hand, and took him, and kissed him.

2Sam.15.5

Whenever someone would treat him with special honor, he'd shrug it off and treat him like an equal, making him feel important.

2Sam.15.5

Also, whenever anyone approached him to bow down before him, Absalom would reach out his hand, take hold of him and kiss him.

2Sam.15.5

And so it was, whenever anyone came near to bow down to him, that he would put out his hand and take him and kiss him.