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II Samuel Chapter 18

THE PROPHETS

II SAMUEL

SHMUEL II

The Books of I and II Samuel, also known as the Books of Samuel (originally one book), recount the life and times of the prophet Samuel, the establishment of the Israelite monarchy, and the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. Samuel (Shmuel in Hebrew) anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel with the approval of G-d and at His command.

Samuel is the greatest of all the judges, and a prophet who was of the same stature of Moses and Aaron.

The most coverage of this book in its context is centered in the life of David. Known as man of faith, unselfish leader, great warrior, loyal friend, compassionate in victory, humble in defeat, and model of repentance.

Chapter 18

II Samuel Chapter 18 on the Death of Absalom Son of David

No Matter How Bad Or Evil Someone Is There Is Always Hope For Him To Change Or Correct His Ways

This is how David sees his son – Absalom.

Moreover, his people thought otherwise.

*Leave it to Hashem, when people go against you or think evil of you; even knowing they are mistaken.

“Absalom is Killed by Joab”

David counted the people who were with him and appointed over them officers of thousands and officers of hundreds.
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The king commanded Joab and Abishai and Ittai, saying, “For my sake, be gentle with the boy Absalom”; and the people all heard as the king commanded all the officers concerning Absalom.
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Absalom chanced upon David’s servants. Absalom was riding upon a mule, and the mule came under the thick branches of a large elm tree; his head became entangled in the elm, and he was suspended between the heavens and the earth, while the mule that was under him moved on.
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Joab then said, “I will not beg you any more!” He then took three staves in his hand and thrust them into Absalom’s heart — yet he was still alive in the midst of the elm.
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Ten soldiers, the armor-bearers of Joab, circled around and beat Absalom, and killed him.
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The lookout said, “I recognize the first one’s stride as the stride of Ahimaaz son of Zadok.” And the king said, “He is a good man; he is coming with good news.”
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Then behold — at that point the Cushite arrived. The Cushite said, “Let my lord the king be informed that Hashem has granted you justice today from all those who rose up against you!”
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Then the king asked the Cushite, “Is it well with the boy Absalom?” The Cushite replied, “May the enemies of my lord the king be like the boy, as well as all others who rise up against you to do you harm!”
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1 And David numbered the people that were with him, and he placed over them captains of thousands, and captains of hundreds.
2 And David sent forth the people, a third in the hands of Joab, a third in the hands of Abishai the son of Zeruiah, Joab’s brother, and a third under the hands of Ittai the Gittite. And the king said to the people, “I, too, will go forth with you.”
3 And the people said, “You shall not go forth; for if we flee they will not pay attention to us; [now] even if half of us should die, they [still] will not pay attention to us, for now you are [equal to] ten thousand of us; and therefore now it is better that you be for us from the city as aid.”
4 And the king said to them: “What seems best to you, I will do.” And the king stood by the gate, and all the people went out by hundreds and by thousands.
5 And the king commanded Joab and Abishai and Ittai saying: “Deal gently for me with the youth, with Absalom.” And all the people heard when the king commanded all the captains regarding Absalom.
6 And the people went out into the field against Israel; and the battle took place in the forest of Ephraim.
7 And the people of Israel were beaten there before the servants of David, and the slaughter there, on that day, was very great, twenty thousand men.
8 And the battle spread from there over the face of all the land; and the forest devoured more of the people, than the sword devoured on that day.
9 And Absalom chanced to come before the servants of David. And Absalom was riding upon his mule, and the mule came under the thick boughs of the great terebinth, and his head caught hold in the terebinth, and he was placed between the heaven and the earth; and the mule that was beneath him passed on.
10 And a man saw it and told Joab. And he said, “Behold I saw Absalom hanging in a terebinth.”
11 And Joab said to the man who told him, “Now if you had seen it, then why did you not smite him there to the ground? And it would have been [incumbent] upon me to give you ten [pieces of] silver, and a belt.”
12 And the man said to Joab: “Though I should weigh on my palms a thousand [pieces] of silver, I would not stretch out my hand against the king’s son, because before our ears did the king charge you and Abishai and Ittai saying, ‘Take care whoever [it may be] of the youth, of Absalom.’
13 Even if I would deal falsely with myself, now nothing can be hidden from the king, and you [yourself] would stand from afar.”
14 And Joab said, “I shall no longer request of you.” And he took three darts in his hand and thrust them into Absalom’s heart while he was yet alive in the heart of the terebinth.
15 And there circled about ten young men who were Joab’s armor bearers, and they struck Absalom, and killed him.
16 And Joab blew with a shofar, and the people returned from pursuing after Israel; for Joab held back the people.
17 And they took Absalom, and they cast him in the forest, into the great pit, and they placed over him a very large heap of stones; and all of Israel fled each to his tents.
18 And Absalom had taken and established for himself in his lifetime, the monument which is in the king’s valley for he said, “I have no son in order to cause (people) to remember my name;” and he called the monument after his own name, and they called it Yad Absalom until this day.
19 And Ahimaaz, the son of Zadok said, “Let me now run and bring news to the king that the Lord has avenged him from the hand of his enemies.”
20 And Joab said to him: “You are not the man to bring news this day, but you shall [perhaps] bring news another day, but this day you shall not bring news, because the king’s son is dead.”
21 And Joab said to the Cushite “Go tell the king what you have seen.” And the Cushite bowed down to Joab, and ran.
22 And Ahimaaz the son of Zadok continued again, and said to Joab, “Come what may, please allow me to run after the Cushite.” And Joab said, “Why should you [desire] to run, my son, since for you there is no [reward] given for the news!”
23 “But, come what may,” [he said], “I will run.” And he said to him, “Run” And Ahimaaz ran by the way of the plain, and he went ahead of the Cushite.
24 And David sat between the two gates; and the watchman went up to the roof of the gate to the wall, and he lifted up his eyes and looked, and behold [there was] a man running alone.
25 And the watchman called out, and told the king. And the king said, “If he is alone, he has news to tell.” And he came nearer and nearer.
26 And the watchman saw another man running; and the watchman called to the gatekeepers, and he said, “Behold, there is a man running alone.” And the king said, “This one also brings news.”
27 And the watchman said, “I see the running of the first one is like the running of Ahimaaz the son of Zadok.” And the king said, “This is a good man, and he [surely] comes with good news.”
28 And Ahimaaz called, and said to the king, “Peace” And he bowed down to the king on his face, to the ground, and said, “Blessed is the Lord your God who has delivered up the men that raised up their hand against my lord the king.”
29 And the king said, “[Is there] peace with the young man Absalom?” And Ahimaaz answered, “I saw a great crowd when Joab sent the servant of the king and [me] your servant, but I did not know what it was.”
30 And the king said, “Turn aside and stand there.” And he turned aside and stood.
31 And, behold, the Cushite came; and the Cushite said, “Let my lord the king receive the tidings that the Lord has avenged you today from all that rose up against you.”
32 And the king said to the Cushite, “Is all well with the young man Absalom?” And the Cushite said, “Let the enemies of my lord the king [all] be like that young man, and so with all those that have risen against you for evil.”

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The Book of Joshua, in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible, narrates the entry of the Children of Israel into the Promised Land of Canaan and their conquest and partition of the land under the leadership of Joshua, as Moses’ successor. It details the Israelites’ miraculous crossing of the Jordan River, the fall of Jericho, the battles of Ai and Gibeon, and the division of the land among the twelve tribes. Joshua resonates with Moses, in which he exhorts the Israelites to remain faithful to G-d and His commandments.
Judges chronicles the history of the Israelites during the period between the conquest of the Land of Israel and the establishment of the monarchy. It contains accounts of the heroic deeds of various judges who led and rescued the Israelites from their enemies. The book also provides valuable insights into the spiritual and moral challenges faced by the Israelites during that time. The cycle of sin is clearly seen in the book of Judges (Shoftim in Hebrew).
The Books of I and II Samuel, also known as the Books of Samuel, recount the life and times of the prophet Samuel, the establishment of the Israelite monarchy, and the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. Samuel (Shmuel in Hebrew) anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel with the approval of G-d and at His command.

The Books of I and II Samuel, also known as the Books of Samuel, recount the life and times of the prophet Samuel, the establishment of the Israelite monarchy, and the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. Samuel (Shmuel in Hebrew) anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel with the approval of G-d and at His command.

The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.
The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.
A known prophetic book in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible is the book of Isaiah (Yeshayahu in Hebrew). It contains the written prophecies during the 8th century BCE throughout his life. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel (the suffering servant) and other nations, the coming of the Messiah, and the establishment of G-d’s kingdom on earth. Isaiah is known for his poetic and eloquent language, and his prophecies have had a profound influence on Jewish and Christian thought throughout history.
The prophecies of the prophet Jeremiah, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel and other nations, the coming destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile, and the restoration of Israel. Jeremiah (Yirmiyahu in Hebrew) is known as “The suffering or lamenting prophet,” for his emotional and passionate prophecies, and his book accounts the tragic details as it happens right before his eyes in his lifetime.
The Book of Ezekiel (Yechezkel in Hebrew) contains the prophecies of the prophet Ezekiel, who lived during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BCE. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel and other nations, the destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile, and the restoration of Israel. Ezekiel is known for his vivid and symbolic prophecies, and his book reveals the key to salvation. That is repentance and righteousness.
The Book of Hosea (Hoshea in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), shares the prophecies of the prophet Hosea, who lived in the 8th century BCE during the reign of the kings of Israel. The book addresses themes such as the unfaithfulness of the Israelites, G-d’s judgment and mercy, and the promise of redemption. G-d’s “estranged wife,” is how Israel was identified in this book. Nonetheless, Israel remains G-d’s chosen people despite their sins and shortcomings.
The Book of Joel (Yoel in Hebrew) is another prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Joel, who lived during a time of locust infestation and drought. The empires of Babylonia, Persian, Greeks and Romans are God’s judgment on Israel for their sins; likened to the locusts swarms in succession. Moreover, the coming Day of the Lord, and the restoration of Israel is mentioned as well.
A prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Amos, who lived in the 8th century BCE during the reign of the kings of Israel. The book addresses social justice, the condemnation of injustice, and the coming judgment of G-d on Israel and other nations for their sins. Amos’s prophecies are known for their powerful and direct language.
The Book of Obadiah (Ovadiah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), Obadiah, who lived during the 6th century BCE, primarily addresses the destruction of Edom and the judgment of G-d upon them for their hostility towards Israel. Obadiah’s prophecies are known for its powerful condemnation of Edom’s arrogance and cruelty.
The Book of Jonah (Yonah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible) is a narrative prophetic book that tells the story of the prophet Jonah, who is reluctant to fulfill G-d’s command to prophesy against the city of Nineveh. Instead, Jonah flees to Tarshish, but a great storm arises and the sailors throw Jonah overboard to appease the storm. Jonah is swallowed by a large fish, where he prays to G-d. After three days and three nights, the fish vomits Jonah onto dry land. Jonah then goes to Nineveh and delivers God’s message of repentance, leading to the city’s repentance and God’s mercy. The book highlights matters of God’s sovereignty, mercy, and the importance of obedience.
The Book of Micah (Michah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible). Micah, who lived during the 8th century BCE during the reigns of the kings of Judah and Israel. Micah’s prophecies address social justice, the condemnation of injustice, the coming judgment of G-d on Israel and other nations for their sins, and the promise of a future restoration and redemption. Micah’s prophecies are known for its powerful outlook and emotional intensity.
The Book of Nahum (Nachum in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible).
Prophet Nahum, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book primarily addresses the judgment of G-d upon the city of Nineveh, the capital of the Assyrian Empire, for its arrogance, cruelty, and violence. Nahum’s prophecies are known for their vivid descriptions of Nineveh’s destruction and their emphasis on G-d’s justice and sovereignty.
The Book of Habakkuk (Chavakuk in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible). Habakkuk, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book addresses themes such as the suffering of the righteous, the coming judgment of G-d on the wicked, and the assurance of G-d’s ultimate victory. Habakkuk’s prophecies are known for their powerful and poetic language, and his book has been a source of inspiration and comfort to many throughout history.
The Book of Zephaniah (Tzefaniah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), a prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Zephaniah, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The coming judgment of G-d on Judah and Jerusalem for their sins, the destruction of the wicked, and the promise of restoration for the righteous are accounts written in Zephaniah. The book of Zephaniah has been a source of comfort and encouragement for generations of believers.
The Book of Haggai (Chaggai in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), Haggai, who lived during the 6th century BCE during the time of the rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. Haggai’s prophecies focused on encouraging the Jewish people to complete the rebuilding of the Temple, and he emphasized the importance of faith, obedience, and the blessings that would come from serving G-d wholeheartedly.
The Book of Zechariah is a prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Zechariah, who lived during the 6th century BCE. The rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, the coming of the Messiah, and the ultimate redemption of G-d’s people are important details described in the book. The book of Zechariah mentions the truth about the Jewish people as the people favored by G-d.
Malachi, who lived during the 5th century BCE. The book addresses the corruption of the priesthood, the neglect of religious practices, and the coming judgment of G-d upon those who have strayed from His ways. Emphasis on the importance of faithfulness to G-d and His covenant are topics where the book of Malachi is remembered frequently.
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