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This lesson will continue to explore the story of David and Bat Sheva, and David sending Uriah the Hittite to his death. Did Yoav perform David's command...
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Does David carry any responsibility for Avner's murder? Why did David allow Yoav to remain in his position as commander of his army, and what was the...
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Why do Rehav and Ba'ana kill Ish Boshet? How does their action relate to the fact that they are from Be'erot? How does the surprising version of the...
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Why did David have Rehav and Ba'anah's fingers and toes cut off? Why did Rehav and Ba'ana think David would react differently to the death of Ish Boshet?...
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After David is accepted as king of all of Israel, he turns to the task of conquering Yevus/Jerusalem, in order to make the city into his capital. Why does...
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Chapter 5 describes the establishment of David's kingdom through an interesting literary structure. This lesson will explore the structure, discuss the...
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Bringing the Ark (Aron) to Jerusalem seemed like a necessary step, but nonetheless the attempt ends in the tragic death of Uzah. What were the...
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How did David correct the problems that arose when the Aron was first brought to Jerusalem? Why did Michal laugh at David, and why did David respond so...
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This chapter is one of the most significant chapters in prophetic writings. This lesson will discuss one of the major themes in the chapter: Why didn't...
Rabbi Amnon Bazak
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Chapter 1 of Shmuel II is a direct continuation of the final chapter of Shmuel I. This lesson will discuss the significance of the Amalekite's description...