Day 122: Abner Is Killed (2026)

About this episode

Fr. Mike discusses the death of Abner and David's public mourning in today's readings.

In today's readings, we hear about the death of Abner, and Fr. Mike points out how David publicly mourns Abner, and instructs his people to do the same. The readings are 2 Samuel 3, 1 Chronicles 3-4, and Psalm 25. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

People in this episode

Host: Fr. Mike Schmitz

Topics covered

• death
• mourning
• David
• Abner
• Bible readings
• spirituality

Keywords

• Abner
• David
• 2 Samuel 3
• 1 Chronicles 3-4
• Psalm 25
• Bible in a Year

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Places: David

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