2 Samuel 17-19 Victory and Loss

About this episode

This episode discusses the events surrounding the rebellion of Absalom against David and the personal losses that ensued.

Bathsheba's grandfather, Ahithophel, advised Absalom to pursue David immediately. When that advice was not followed, the rebellion was essentially lost. Although David prevailed, the death of his son was devastating. Especially since he knew that the whole thing was his own fault.

Topics covered

• religion
• spirituality
• biblical history
• David and Absalom
• family dynamics

Keywords

• Ahithophel
• rebellion
• David
• Absalom
• Bathsheba
• loss
• father-son relationship
• advice
• devastation
• fault

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