Samuel 20 | 2Sam 15:13-17:29

About this episode

The episode discusses the political turmoil following Absalom's death and David's reaction, highlighting the division between Israel and Judah.

Joab kills Absalom and David mourns his death to such an extent that it puts him out of favor with his people. The people of Israel decide to accept David as King again but Judah is reluctant. The rift between the Northern Tribes and Judah sets the stage for a final, short lived rebellion against…

People in this episode

Host: Stacy Tyson

Topics covered

• David's reign
• Absalom's death
• Israel's politics
• Judah's reluctance
• tribal rifts
• rebellion

Keywords

• Absalom
• David
• Joab
• Israel
• Judah
• rebellion
• politics
• tribes

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Israel, Judah, Northern Tribes

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