Avshalom's death

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1. The Death of Avshalom

   Chapter 18 (I)

   Rabbi Amnon Bazak

   David embarks on the final battle against Avshalom full of trepidation about his son’s future. How does the text critique David? How was Avshalom put to death, and why specifically in this way?

2. The Report About the Death of Avshalom

   Chapter 18 (II)

   Rabbi Amnon Bazak

   David waits in anticipation to hear about his son’s fate. The news arrives in an unexpected way. What is the purpose of describing the event in this way?

3. David's Reaction to Avshalom's Death

   Chapter 19 (I)

   Rabbi Amnon Bazak

   David mourns Avshalom in a manner that is unprecedented in the biblical text, and Yoav ben Zeruya reprimands him for his behavior.