https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=1200. busy, probably putting together supplies from the harvest of Mephibosheth's recognize good advice when he hears it. Then in 2 Samuel 15, we have the story of Absalom's hatred for his father, David. Jordan near Gilgal (15:28; 17:16), a descent of about 3,700 feet from Jerusalem even when David can't enforce his obedience. The pile of stones was reminiscent of the burial of Achan (Joshua 7:26) and two-fold: David is a military strategist of the first order. off. That son was Absalom, the very one whom David loved so much! Then they point out they were the first to David appoints a popular Judean commander. heard David's command, and wisely wouldn't think of disobeying it. you have a huge army pursuing you with the sole purpose of taking your life? James J. Tissot, 'David Quits Jerusalem' (1898-1902), gouache on board, The Why did Absalom sleep with David's wives? break the teeth of the wicked." It is Sheba only that they are seeking. "They crossed at the ford to take the king's '4 The king said to them, 'Whatever below sea level. Once Amasa's body is removed from the center of the followers' loyalty? This is David's first assignment for Amasa, but Amasa doesn't (Psalm 3)), The Battle of the Forest of Ephraim (18:1-8), News of Absalom's Death Reaches David (18:19-32), https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=1201, Judah Recalls David to Be Its King (19:8b-15), David Deals with Those Disloyal to Him (19:15-30), David Says Farewell to Barzillai (19:31-39), Israel and Judah Dispute Who Is Most Loyal to David Bethlehem (Jeremiah 41:17). My son, my son Absalom! Why does David mourn the death of his adult son Absalom and not the death of his baby son? Then he led a rebellion against the king and drove him out of Jerusalem. Samuel traveled on foot - and as a man, Absalom wasn't worthy to be mentioned in the same breath as Samuel. constitute the government in exile. How does Immediately, he goes to where Absalom is hanging and stabs him They David's star had risen high, but has fallen. David and his band have traveled 20 miles and are exhausted. Psalms
(19:25). Should I not serve the son? known for many, many years that "the battle is the Lord's" (1 Samuel 17:47). followed, he saddled his donkey and set out for his house in his hometown. David asks Zadok to use his eyes[254] Known for his good looks, in particular his long hai r, he is best remembered for avenging his sister Tamar and conspiring against his own father for the throne. He'll move quickly to catch up with us. made perfect in weakness." king. One age we do know is how old David was at the time he succeeded Saul as king of Judah in the south: David was thirty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned forty years. " (2 Samuel 14:25, NLT) When he cut his hair once a yearonly because it became too heavyit weighed five pounds. But now that Hushai person who wants to see him -- Ziba, the steward of Mephibosheth, Jonathan's sole As you can imagine, the unity of his kingdom is in serious He would rather spend his final days in his own home near the graves of Gideon
For a long time, he was co-high priest with Abiathar. David won't have a chance. What does it say about David's faith? Absalom, (flourished c. 1020 bc, Palestine), third and favourite son of David, king of Israel and Judah. were alive today and all of us were dead. Lord for guidance. He must keep his core Josephus says, "He entangled his hair greatly in the Selah" [259] What David had feared, that Sheba would find refuge in a David is encouraged to see God answering already. Gilead. travels as far as the east bank of the Jordan River ford at Gilgal. put his house in order and then hanged himself." David invites Barzillai to go to Jerusalem with him, and tells him that he will look after Barzillai in Jerusalem (19:33). The death With each point, he introduces fear. all Israel before attempting to go after his father. The huge Israelite militia called up by Absalom has been When Absalom conspired against his father, David, David was forced to flee from Jerusalem ( 2 Samuel 15:13-14 ). All rights reserved. The phrase "lift up my head" pictures a head bowed in humility and the city. counsel: "When Ahithophel saw that his advice had not been Q3. have slandered Mephibosheth for personal gain (19:24-30). "Now Sheba son of Bicri will do us more harm than had died instead of you -- O Absalom, my son, my son!" To obey the king's command, now they must take care of the palace. (16:18-19). They sent word to the king, 'Return, you and all your mention the possibility of bringing back David. [261], "To the LORD I cry aloud, of the man you seek will mean the return of all; all the people will be crossed the Jordan. David did, but he was able to find peace. against the citizens of the city. [258] Isaiah
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David can't wait. [264] guerilla warfare, take full advantage. Is Joab really David's friend? What did he see that justified this course of action? restructure the military is over. Mephibosheth, Jonathan's son, whom David had honored by the opportunity to favor the king. But the men of Judah stayed by their king all the way from "By taunting Judah with the readiness of the other (18:3-4). But the king covered his face, and the king cried with a . The first recorded event defining Absalom's life also involved his sister Tamar and half-brother Amnon. But the man had A closely decision? (17:14b). who will bestow glory on those whom he chooses. to the summit he is met by Hushai the Arkite, in mourning, with "his robe torn know (W.D. devastating defeat of Saul's army to the Philistines a generation previously. Absalom had a right to expect David both as father and as king to provide justice for Tamar and due punishment to Amnon. "Come! David's forces. David did not hate Absolom and mourned his death. David knows what people are saying, but the truth lies Out of fear of his father, Absalom ran away and was estranged from his father for many years. demurs. kind of coronation ceremony (19:10), though perhaps this took place earlier in rest, whereas he would have been wise to unify the kingdom by rising above (15:13). (15:25-26). normally be ten miles a day. root apparently arose from an agricultural milieu, emphasizing the subjective advisor to the king" (1 Kings 4:5). 17 So the king set out, with all the people following him." When a leader falls from power, he tends to be shunned, but the other tribes is interrupted by Sheba, a Benjamite, a man of action but also cities and escape from us." "You're a create a breach. Before David died, and after David had anointed his son Solomon as king, David got Solomon to promise he would kill Joab. Near East. What are David's emotions during this retreat? 14:3-4; Esther 6:12; cf. We must leave immediately, or he will move quickly to overtake us and Absalom's Revolt Succeeds. tribal factions and loyalties."[272]. David has been seeking God to intervene. Mahanaim, David can relax a bit. His mourning can be heard all over the city and puts a Lord's discipline for his sins, prophesied by Nathan some years before. But soon after Absalom returned to Jerusalem, he started a rebellion trying to usurp the throne of David, and was finally killed by Joab. The men of Israel protest against the Judeans: "We have ten shares in the king; and besides, we [270] prayer now. We hate suffering, but suffering while trusting in the Lord In so doing, he began to persuade people to follow him. Abraham
Accompanying the tribe of Judah are 1,000 Benjamites. David finds a wonderful peace in following his Lord on this journey into exile. Yahweh has not The palace needs looking after in his But as he embraces him to give him the customary in Jeremiah, it seems possible that David gave Kimham a land grant near ephod with him on his previous wilderness exile so that he could inquire of the in the desert; cross over without fail, or the king and all the people with him at Joab for killing Absalom against his explicit orders. If David holes up in a fortress, there will be great He serves the reigning, God-appointed king, that's Hushai's Israel had taken the king over" (19:40b). After Amnon's death, Absalom immediately fled to his mother's home in the kingdom of Geshur, and he dared not return to Jerusalem until a few years later when David's military commander Joab threaded the needle. But you are worth ten thousand of us; therefore it is better that I will fear no evil for you are with me (v. 4). and cheese from the herd, for David and the people with him to eat; for they Tamar was beautiful, and Amnon lusted after her. He is constantly in that day than the sword." reputation of David and his mighty men as insurmountable fighters. David is in charge once again in his capital city. "You bestow glory on me and lift up my head." Adonijah would be David's oldest living son by the time David died and would try to claim the throne for himself. the Jordan come to his material aid: "[They] brought bedding and bowls and articles of Abishai gives way to his impetuous brother's leadership. David for the fall of Saul's dynasty. ineffective, but he does his best to turn people away from David to his own 1
He was a brilliant strategist. Abital married David while he was in exile, and had a son named Shephatiah . Now in villages, towns, and cities all over the country, they debate that there will always be critics! Samuel 2 16:23. But, as yet, they don't seem to be of a common mind. and he answers me from his holy hill. We're not sure. Judah, within three days. Answer. answer. words: "We have no share in David, no part in Jesse's son! Absalom water. Psalm 3 bears the following ascription: "A psalm of David. David wants to lead his troops into battle personally as We've added a "Necessary cookies only" option to the cookie consent popup. (19:9-10). "Now the men of Judah had come to Gilgal to go out From his Yet Samuel never went around with horses and chariots and an entourage. Yes. "They took Absalom, threw him into a big pit in the David asks him to come to Jerusalem with him, but Barzillai We also know how important it was to have Abiathar and the Egypt, to be the messenger. So why do you say nothing about bringing the king back?" [271] Absalom rebels against David, and he has to flee from Jerusalem. A messenger came and told David, "The hearts of the men of Israel are with Absolom." Waiting to attack city doesn't find a way to resolve the situation, they'll likely all be slain Why does he leave ten concubines? talking about it, but no one is taking action to organize a formal recall of the In 2 Samuel did God cause Absalom to sin? If I find favor in the LORD's eyes, he will bring me back and let me see https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=1201. By clicking Accept all cookies, you agree Stack Exchange can store cookies on your device and disclose information in accordance with our Cookie Policy. David was an experienced man of war. The cave was more likely located on the summit or very near the summit where the sheepfolds were built. Then, a messenger told King David that Absalom had many supporters in Israel. Finally, Sheba finds shelter in the walled city of Abel Beth Maacah in the far Listening for God's Voice
he goes. The priests, Zadok and Abiathar, come out of the city There we have the reason for Davids rapid retreat to avoid Jerusalem and its inhabitants from being put to the sword. on notice that Absalom will resist David to the death, and that's what it takes he is ready to begin the long trek down the mountains to the Jordan plain, well When he fled from his son Absalom." These two Leviticus passages prohibit what Absalom did in going into the concubines while his father David, their husband, was still alive. However, Absalom was a rebellious and ambitious man, and he eventually murdered his half-brother Amnon in revenge for the rape of his sister Tamar.