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Lesson 281: DAVID AND ABSALOM

Updated: Mar 31, 2025

II Sam. 3:2-3; 14:25-26; 15:10-18, 30-37; 17; 18


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INTRODUCTION. David had several wives and children. Although David was a

man after God's own heart (I Sam. 13:14; Acts 13:22), David had family problems as

a result of his sin of adultery with Bathsheba. Although David repented of his sin,

God told him through the prophet Nathan that the sword would never depart from his

house (II Sam. 11-12). Through the years David's sons caused him much anguish and heartache. When David neared the end of his reign, his son Absalom, who was handsome and popular with the people, attempted to usurp the throne. David and his followers were forced to flee Jerusalem for a period of time as Absalom gained control of the kingdom. Eventually Absalom was slain and David was restored to power, but he

mourned greatly for his slain son (II Sam. 15-18).

 
 
 

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