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This episode explores the themes of delayed justice and the consequences of silence through the story of Absalom's revenge in 2 Samuel.

# 198 - Absalom's Revenge - In this episode of The Chosen People, in the wake of Tamar’s unanswered cries, Absalom breaks the silence with blood. This gripping episode from 2 Samuel 13:23–39 confronts the cost of delayed justice, the danger of silence, and the fury of a son who waited too long for his father to act.Sign up for The Chosen People devotionals at https://www.thechosenpeople.com/sign-up Episode 198 of The Chosen People is inspired by the Book of Joshua.Today's opening prayer is inspired by Psalm 58:1, "Do you indeed decree what is right, you gods? Do you judge the children of man uprightly?"Listen to some of the greatest Bible stories ever told and make prayer a priority in your life by downloading the Pray.com app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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