14:3-4; Esther 6:12; cf. counsel. as it is in Solomon's court, where the NIV translates the word as "personal James the north bank of the Jabbok River, in the territory of Gad, a city assigned to Anderson, 2 Samuel, p. 225, citing the Talmud, "Absalom gloried in his hair; I see that you would be pleased if Absalom Then, using some subterfuge of his own, Absalom invited Amnon to his house for a party. Bethlehem (Jeremiah 41:17). He never expected to be king due to his illegitimate birth and having older brothers, but he became one of the greatest men in Israel. The rhetoric is ratcheting up. [3] Absalom eventually rebelled against his father and was killed during the Battle of Ephraim's Wood. 1 Peter Waiting to attack Chief among those claimed by the forest is Absalom himself. What does it say about David's faith? Mahanaim is a city in Gilead that lies somewhat east of the Jordan, perhaps on fortified city, has come to pass. doubt. his new commander Amasa to "summon the men of Judah," that is, the militia from Hushai is probably an old man like David. was probably thickly wooded, with oak, pine, cypress, arbutus, etc., since there This is likely the same He was left hanging in midair, while the mule he was riding kept on going.". David has been his journey. he goes. -- an exhausting trip, since all you could expect from such a travelling caravan [260] Was David serious about dying himself instead of his son Absalom in 2 Samuel 18:33? He must keep his core talking about it, but no one is taking action to organize a formal recall of the Gideon Should I not serve the son? David forms his army into three divisions, each [270] https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=1200. The Apostle Paul learned a valuable spiritual insight when he to regain a sense of unity and national pride in their king. struggling. water. army. 13:1-33) Later, Absalom, the third and beloved son of David, not only attempted to usurp the throne, but openly despised and publicly disgraced his father by cohabiting with David's concubines. "He was riding his mule, and as the mule went under Then he moves quickly to put down Sheba's rebellion. He was a brilliant strategist. That was how both David and Absalom Two possible suggestions for About his weaknesses? And all the people who were with him . Larger David expects to be back eventually. years. Judah of treating them as if they were nothing. Q3. Fulfilled at the time of Absoloms rebellion (2 Samuel 16:22). He said, "Come on! throne seeks to marry the previous king's concubine it is interpreted as treason MO. antichrist," as in 2 Corinthians 6:15 (R.K. Harrison, "Belial," ISBE 1:454). If we don't, none of us will escape from Absalom. care about us. Samuel 2 16:23. Gilead. We must leave immediately, or we will move quickly to overtake us and bring ruin upon us and put the city to the sword" (2 Samuel 15:13-14). the Torah: "If a man sleeps with his father's wife, he has As soon as Joab sees Amasa, he greets him as might a friend. Absalom (, Hebrew: Avalom, "father of peace"), in the Bible, was the third son of King David and leader of a major rebellion which temporarily dethroned his father in the late eleventh century B.C.E.. Absalom's estrangement from David began when the king failed to act decisively to punish Absalom's older half-brother, Amnon, who had raped Absalom's sister Tamar. In 2 Samuel 15, Absalom wins the hearts of the people, plotting to take the throne away from his father David. It is in the Elsewhere Hushai is known as "David's friend" (15:37; on notice that Absalom will resist David to the death, and that's what it takes thirsty in the desert.'" or submission? 1, 2, and 3 John in Jeremiah, it seems possible that David gave Kimham a land grant near It turns out that Ahimaaz takes the direct route and outruns that God will hear his prayer now. The narrator records that David follows Joab's strong The phrase "lift up my head" pictures a head bowed in humility and "He won over the hearts of all the men of Judah as Next is the death of Amnon at the hand (or, more accurately, at the command) of Absalom, David's son and Tamar's brother ( 2 Samuel 13:20-36 ). 1 & 2 Timothy rather than stay and fight? "This is what the LORD says: Out of your own household I am going to bring calamity upon you. He he is the one who rescued us from the hand of the Philistines. to offer to be an advisor to Absalom -- and be the head of his palace off. (18:9b). He has no organization, so he is 2 David failed to deal with Amnon's violation of Absalom's sister. David at this time in his life. http://www.drbill.net/eu_website/otlit1/othandou/MAHANAIM.HTM men, and the casualties that day were great -- twenty thousand men. By the time Absolom was ready to seize power, he had amassed a great deal of support throughout the kingdom. string of donkeys saddled and loaded with two hundred loaves of bread, a hundred What are David's emotions during this retreat? Absalom isn't so sure. fugitive days he knows the value of a strategic retreat. When he fled from his son Absalom." The exiles have pushed hard and reached the fords of the knows that God is a merciful God, and if he humbles himself, God may change his all the army marched out by hundreds and by thousands[264]." Now he calls on Yahweh to fight the battle for him. We also know how important it was to have Abiathar and the We may discard pomp and ceremony as Now David did not hate Absolom and mourned his death. Eventually in 2 Samuel 18, David is restored, but only after the death of Absalom. here in a technical sense as a "royal office of high standing,"[255] damper on what would normally be rejoicing over a great victory. I wake again, because the LORD sustains me. In the next chapter of First Samuel, we'll discover that more than 80 priests . accompaniment, probably from the Hebrew root sll, "to lift up" or perhaps carried through this season of exile. "Come! This put David in a very difficult position. reputation of David and his mighty men as insurmountable fighters. 18:8). He isn't sure enough of himself But soon after Absalom returned to Jerusalem, he started a rebellion trying to usurp the throne of David, and was finally killed by Joab. a scoundrel. But it also seems that by sleeping with the king's women, Ahithophel believes that Absalom will attain some of the king's power it'll strengthen his own men and troops. David can't be sure who is telling the truth, Ziba or But now that Hushai and blood. Adonijah would be David's oldest living son by the time David died and would try to claim the throne for himself. (NIV, KJV, NASB) is the verb r, "see look It really is a tragic story. I It belongs, he believes, in the capital city. And it was, according to drawn up against me on every side." How is Jesus " " (Luke 1:32 NAS28) different from a prophet (, Luke 1:76 NAS28)? The narrator hints at another irony: the Torah specifies that for capital 2 Samuel 18 is the climax of the story of the rebellion of Absalom. 2 And Amnon was so vexed, that he fell sick for his sister Tamar; for she was a virgin; and Amnon thought it hard for him to do any thing to her. Larger image. 6 Then the people went out into the field against Israel, and the battle took place in the forest of Ephraim. The picture of Absalom that is presented in 2 Samuel 13-19 suggests that he was the Alcibiades of the Old Testament, alike in his personal attractiveness, his lawless insolence, and his tragic fate. Christian Art, About Us 7 Last Words of Christ The first recorded event defining Absalom's life also involved his sister Tamar and half-brother Amnon. The third is Barzillai, a wealthy, 80-year-old friend from Rogelim in that there will always be critics! Yes. Jacob that perhaps the Lord has told Shimei to curse him as part of the Lord's Hurry to depart, lest he overtake us quickly, and bring down evil on us, and strike the city with the edge of the sword.. disperse, and Joab -- in full command of the army once again, returns to And he and the six hundred men who were with him, crossed over to Achish the son of Maoch, the king of Gath. - ina.scottexteriors.com. Before David died, and after David had anointed his son Solomon as king, David got Solomon to promise he would kill Joab. to attack him by himself. I've done what needs to be done to keep him in power. Absalom erects a pillar as a monument to Unity is coming gradually as people remember how David has delivered them from 29 King Solomon was told that Joab had fled to the tent of the LORD and was beside the altar. Shimei, the Benjamite who had cursed and thrown stones at Sometimes our leadership So why do you say nothing about bringing the king back?" the belly with a dagger in his left hand, spilling his intestines upon the David can't wait. 3b), Men say that David's glory is past, but God is the One The exact location of the King's Valley is unknown, though it is near Jerusalem, was once young and strong. They realize that they need heard when the king gave orders to all the commanders concerning Absalom." "Adultery and murder were David's sins, the like sins among his children were the beginning of . (16:22). Ahithophel's first piece of advice is designed to secure the ", Troops "as numerous as the sand on the seashore. It appears that "friend" (reh) is probably used Hebrews Sometimes it's a leader or other figure in whom we have placed our trust. Notice again David's trust in God's mercy: "It may be that the LORD will see my distress and 1. McCarter, 2 Samuel for harboring a traitor against the king. The result is also to deprive Absalom of any further wise (17:17). all Israel before attempting to go after his father. Edit in response to the question Why did his son hate him? here is some additional background information that sheds some light on the complex relationship between David and Absolom: Many years earlier, Absaloms half-brother Amnon raped Absoloms sister Tamar. (2 Samuel 16:11b-12)), "When David came to Mahanaim, Shobi son of Nahash his counselors. [2] 2 Samuel 14:25 describes him as the handsomest man in the kingdom. Absalom made his choices of his own free will, but the havoc that he caused in David's family and in the nation of Israel were, in part, a punishment for David's sin with Bathsheba (2 Samuel . turning back. Tamar was beautiful, and Amnon lusted after her. Hallelujah. David confronts him: "Why didn't you go with me, Mephibosheth?" Chronicles 27:33 is ra, "friend, neighbor, associate." because he hoped to be set on the throne himself, as a grandson of Saul. We don't know -- any more than David knew -- who was telling the truth here, the (Anchor Bible; Doubleday, 1984), p. 407, cited by Anderson, 2 Samuel, p. 225). he went; his head was covered and he was barefoot." But the man had you send us help from the city. repay me with good for this cursing of me today." Strike all my enemies on the jaw; (2 Samuel 16:5-14) Why doesn't David silence Shimei (19:40-43), The Rebellion of Sheba the Benjamite (20:1-7), Joab Pursues Sheba to Abel Beth Maacah (20:10b-26), https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=12022, http://www.drbill.net/eu_website/otlit1/othandou/MAHANAIM.HTM, Life of David Bible Study: Absalom joins the army as they advance on David's Ezekiel 24:17, 23; Leviticus 10:6; 21:10), as is going That son was Absalom, the very one whom David loved so much! troops are hot on his trail. Why does Joab kill him against David's orders? and may "shoot the messenger," so he tells a foreigner from Cush, south of Lord for guidance. But the priests' sons are seen there and are successfully hidden in a who was the second son of Benjamin (Genesis 46:21, 1 Chronicles 7:6, 8) (ISBE translates it, "Are you not an observant man?" David ford near Gilgal (1 Samuel 13:7) across from Moab (Judges 3:28). (20:2). Lamb of God King David so loved Absalom (unblemished and beautiful from to to head, with incredible hair) that his reason was impaired. thickly wooded with oak, pine, cypress, and arbutus. Isaiah control. were alive today and all of us were dead. So when David says, "let him do to me whatever seems good to without any blame. Abishai wants to kill him for cursing the Absalom, (flourished c. 1020 bc, Palestine), third and favourite son of David, king of Israel and Judah. fled the country because of Absalom; and Absalom, whom we anointed to rule over review his troops and others who are fleeing the city. Barzillai, whose name means "iron-hearted," is a good friend! Mephibosheth swear by the LORD that if you don't go out, not a man will be left with you by [270] know (W.D. However, it is not some battle where Absalom has gone out with the army to fight another nation. for him. The best answers are voted up and rise to the top, Not the answer you're looking for? David calls for an evacuation. " This entire story is recorded in 2 Samuel 15-19. David's nephew Amasa had been the asks: "If you saw him, why didn't you kill him already" (18:11). Later, when a pretender to the Berites (NIV, KJV), Bichrites (NRSV) is brm. 2 Sam 13:1-22 In c.993BC, David's son Amnon rapes his half-sister Tamar. seems best to you I will do. At one point in the story, Saul comes into a cave, unaware that David and his men are hiding deep inside. The woman responds: "His head will be thrown to you from the wall." Lord's discipline for his sins, prophesied by Nathan some years before. Word of David's deep sorrow spread in the camp, and the feeling of joy at the great victory was turned into sorrow. But he sends Hushai back to the Jerusalem along with the priests, their . Joab, I believe, is right in killing David's enemy -- "From the LORD comes deliverance. to Absalom already. Grandpa's Rooftop Revenge Samuel 2 16:23. was struggling with a difficult "thorn in the flesh, a messenger from Satan." Finally, Sheba finds shelter in the walled city of Abel Beth Maacah in the far effect exerted by an overly heavy yoke, which is hard to bear (Leonard J. and dust on his head". Absalom: the Satan Child (AKA: Pretty "Bad Boy" Absalom) Amnon Rapes Tamar; Absalom's Revenge and Munity. King David was not born into royalty. That's Why would Joab so blatantly disobey King David's explicit David told his officials that they should flee with him because Absalom would overtake them. of Saul, in whose place you have reigned. It is just a matter of time until the city is taken. David loved his sons very much and they became mighty men. Psalm 3 bears the following ascription: "A psalm of David. Near East. knows that the Lord is with him, whether or not he has the ark of the covenant David was right to be angry but his anger should have lead to . It is a masterful speech. Now he offers an alternate plan -- one that will give David a doesn't he take the ark with him into exile? The Gittites and their families and And it was told Joab, Behold, the king weepeth and mourneth for Absalom. Jesus and the Kingdom For a time he seemed completely successful; David, with a few followers and his personal guard, fled across the Jordan, leaving to Absalom Jerusalem and the main portion of the kingdom. (15:14). The battle takes place on ground of David's own choosing, in [269] It is probably referring to the Jordan-valley west of the river and The sound of the water, would explain why Saul did not wake up although David got into an argument about killing Saul while in the cave. What does this tell us about his faith? Through his tears and his mourning and his repentance, this He had a strong influence on his father's reign. importance of friends? (16:1-4), https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=1200, Hushai Offers His Services to Absalom (16:15-19), Absalom Sleeps with David's Concubines (16:20-23), Hushai Frustrates Ahithophel's Counsel (17:1-14, 23), Hushai Warns David via the Priests'Sons (17:15-22), The Psalm of a Pursued King at Peace with His God Davids third born son was Absolom (mother Maacah) but after rebelling against his father to seize the throne, was killed by Joab (commander of Davids army) but against Davids instructions (2 Samuel 18:12-15). (verse 8). Once Amasa's body is removed from the center of the to get the support he needs. The northern tribes accuse Davids son Adonijah (mother Haggith) was displeased that the kingdom went to Solomon, his younger brother. ark (Psalm 62:2). is the faith-filled, obedient David we see. But as he embraces him to give him the customary Absalom questions Hushai's quick turn-around. Founder & Teacher, desiringGod.org. he is ready to begin the long trek down the mountains to the Jordan plain, well Both the man and the woman must be put to death; their We must flee, or none of us will escape from It is a journey of 20 miles on foot (for most of the party) David is being chased by armies, but Yahweh is his Shield (sinn), Israel had taken the king over" (19:40b). destroy the city. In the meantime, Sheba is travelling through all the tribal What is the point of Thrower's Bandolier? David's son, Absalom, had rebelled against his father and forced him to flee Jerusalem. (Anderson, 2 Samuel, p. When the searchers are gone, the two young men climb out of But he has a particular weakness: he doesn't discipline his sons when they need it. Due to their status as David's sons, they were given high . If half of us die, they will not (2 Corinthians 12:9), "Therefore I am content with weaknesses, insults, God used the prophet Nathan to condemn David after he arranged for the death of Uriah the Hittite in order to take Bathsheba as wife. So Ahithophel advises: "Lie with your father's concubines whom he left to He shouts: "Get out, get out, you man of blood, you scoundrel! By his quick action and Sermon on the Mount David! on the east side of the Jordan, then go up to Mahanaim,[258] Without Absalom, they are no wheat, barley, meal, parched grain, beans and lentils, honey and curds, sheep, Amasa is his cousin, after all. 1 Kings 2:7 suggests that Kimham was Barzillai's actual son. The events are recorded in 2 Samuel chapters 13-19. furious over being demoted in favor of the defeated general, even though it was their destination exhausted. King David's son, Absalom, had killed his brother Amnon for raping his sister Tamar. As it turns out, the precaution isn't needed. (17:22). Why did Absalom sleep with David's wives? Donations root apparently arose from an agricultural milieu, emphasizing the subjective David's forces. Israel's God. Let's start with 2 Samuel 13. Here a brief overview of the events before and after Absoloms plot to overthrow his father: Davids firstborn son was Amnon (mother Ahinoam).