Absalom (Hebrew: אַבְשָׁלוֹם ʾAḇšālōm, lit. ' Father of Peace '), according to the Hebrew Bible, was an Israelite prince. Born to David and Maacah, who was from Geshur, he was the only full …

Sep 13, 2022 · Absalom was the third son of King David, by his wife Maacah. The bulk of Absalom’s story is told in 2 Samuel 13-19. He had a strong influence on his father’s reign.

Absalom was the third and favourite son of David, king of Israel and Judah. The picture of Absalom that is presented in 2 Samuel 13–19 suggests that he was the Alcibiades of the Old …

Nov 7, 2024 · Absalom was one of King David’s sons, and his scriptural story reads like a modern-day soap opera. Known for his good looks, in particular his long hair, he is best …

Absalom raised the standard of revolt at Hebron, the old capital of Judah, now supplanted by Jerusalem. The revolt was at first completely successful; David fled from his capital over the …

Jun 19, 2024 · Absalom in the Bible was the son of King David. Like his father, he was handsome and charismatic. But tragically, he tried to subvert the plan of God.

Absalom, a prominent figure in the Hebrew Bible, is best known as the third son of King David. His account is primarily found in the books of 2 Samuel, where he is depicted as a handsome and …

Aug 22, 2023 · Absalom teaches us not to try and manipulate God’s plan. God appointed David over Israel. Absalom tried to win over the people and even slept with David’s concubines to …

Aug 12, 2024 · Absalom’s story is a complex and multifaceted biblical narrative, full of twists and turns, heroes and villains, tragedies and victories. By exploring the spiritual lessons and …

Jun 1, 2015 · Absalom was the grandson of the King of Geshur (the area covering the southern Golan, later known as Gaulanitis). After spending three years in exile in Geshur for killing his …