Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Three sons and a daughter were born to Absalom. His daughter’s name was Tamar, and she became a beautiful woman. New Living Translation He had three sons and one daughter. His daughter’s name was Tamar, and she was very beautiful. English Standard Version There were born to Absalom three sons, and one daughter whose name was Tamar. She was a beautiful woman. Berean Standard Bible Three sons were born to Absalom, and a daughter named Tamar, who was a beautiful woman. King James Bible And unto Absalom there were born three sons, and one daughter, whose name was Tamar: she was a woman of a fair countenance. New King James Version To Absalom were born three sons, and one daughter whose name was Tamar. She was a woman of beautiful appearance. New American Standard Bible And to Absalom there were born three sons, and one daughter whose name was Tamar; she was a woman of beautiful appearance. NASB 1995 To Absalom there were born three sons, and one daughter whose name was Tamar; she was a woman of beautiful appearance. NASB 1977 And to Absalom there were born three sons, and one daughter whose name was Tamar; she was a woman of beautiful appearance. Legacy Standard Bible And to Absalom there were born three sons, and one daughter whose name was Tamar; she was a woman of beautiful appearance. Amplified Bible To Absalom were born three sons and one daughter whose name was Tamar; she was a beautiful woman. Christian Standard Bible Three sons were born to Absalom, and a daughter named Tamar, who was a beautiful woman. Holman Christian Standard Bible Three sons were born to Absalom, and a daughter named Tamar, who was a beautiful woman. American Standard Version And unto Absalom there were born three sons, and one daughter, whose name was Tamar: she was a woman of a fair countenance. Contemporary English Version Absalom had three sons. He also had a daughter named Tamar, who grew up to be very beautiful. English Revised Version And unto Absalom there were born three sons, and one daughter, whose name was Tamar: she was a woman of a fair countenance. GOD'S WORD® Translation Absalom had three sons and one daughter. His daughter Tamar was a beautiful woman. Good News Translation Absalom had three sons and one daughter named Tamar, a very beautiful woman. International Standard Version Absalom fathered three sons and one daughter, whom he named Tamar. She was a beautiful woman, both in form and appearance. Majority Standard Bible Three sons were born to Absalom, and a daughter named Tamar, who was a beautiful woman. NET Bible Absalom had three sons and one daughter, whose name was Tamar. She was a very attractive woman. New Heart English Bible To Absalom there were born three sons, and one daughter, whose name was Tamar. She was a beautiful woman. Webster's Bible Translation And to Absalom there were born three sons, and one daughter, whose name was Tamar: she was a woman of a fair countenance. World English Bible Three sons were born to Absalom, and one daughter, whose name was Tamar. She was a woman with a beautiful face. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd there are born to Absalom three sons and one daughter, and her name [is] Tamar; she was a woman of beautiful appearance. Young's Literal Translation And there are born to Absalom three sons, and one daughter, and her name is Tamar; she was a woman of a fair appearance. Smith's Literal Translation And there will be born to Absalom three sons and one daughter, and her name Tamar: she was a woman of fair aspect. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd there were born to Absalom three sons: and one daughter, whose, name was Thamar, and she was very beautiful. Catholic Public Domain Version Then three sons were born to Absalom, and one daughter, of elegant form, whose name was Tamar. New American Bible Absalom had three sons born to him, besides a daughter named Tamar, who was a beautiful woman. New Revised Standard Version There were born to Absalom three sons, and one daughter whose name was Tamar; she was a beautiful woman. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd there were born to Absalom three sons and one daughter, whose name was Tamar; she was a beautiful woman. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And three sons and one daughter were born to Abishlum, and her name was Tamar, and also she was a woman beautiful in appearance OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And unto Absalom there were born three sons, and one daughter, whose name was Tamar; she was a woman of a fair countenance. Brenton Septuagint Translation And there were born to Abessalom three sons and one daughter, and her name was Themar: she was a very beautiful woman, and she becomes the wife of Roboam son of Solomon, and she bears to him Abia. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Absalom's Return to Jerusalem…26And when he cut the hair of his head—he shaved it every year because his hair got so heavy—he would weigh it out to be two hundred shekels, according to the royal standard. 27Three sons were born to Absalom, and a daughter named Tamar, who was a beautiful woman. Cross References 2 Samuel 18:18 During his lifetime, Absalom had set up for himself a pillar in the King’s Valley, for he had said, “I have no son to preserve the memory of my name.” So he gave the pillar his name, and to this day it is called Absalom’s Monument. 1 Chronicles 3:9 These were all the sons of David, besides the sons by his concubines. And Tamar was their sister. 2 Samuel 13:1 After some time, David’s son Amnon fell in love with Tamar, the beautiful sister of David’s son Absalom. 2 Samuel 3:3 his second was Chileab, by Abigail the widow of Nabal of Carmel; his third was Absalom, the son of Maacah daughter of King Talmai of Geshur; 1 Kings 1:6 (His father had never once reprimanded him by saying, “Why do you act this way?” Adonijah was also very handsome, born next after Absalom.) 1 Chronicles 3:1-2 These were the sons of David who were born to him in Hebron: The firstborn was Amnon by Ahinoam of Jezreel; the second was Daniel by Abigail of Carmel; / the third was Absalom the son of Maacah daughter of King Talmai of Geshur; the fourth was Adonijah the son of Haggith; 2 Samuel 15:1 Some time later, Absalom provided for himself a chariot with horses and fifty men to run ahead of him. 2 Samuel 13:20-22 Her brother Absalom said to her, “Has your brother Amnon been with you? Be quiet for now, my sister. He is your brother. Do not take this thing to heart.” So Tamar lived as a desolate woman in the house of her brother Absalom. / When King David heard all this, he was furious. / And Absalom never said a word to Amnon, either good or bad, because he hated Amnon for violating his sister Tamar. 2 Samuel 13:28-29 Now Absalom had ordered his young men, “Watch Amnon until his heart is merry with wine, and when I order you to strike Amnon down, you are to kill him. Do not be afraid. Have I not commanded you? Be courageous and valiant!” / So Absalom’s young men did to Amnon just as Absalom had ordered. Then all the other sons of the king got up, and each one fled on his mule. 2 Samuel 15:7-10 After four years had passed, Absalom said to the king, “Please let me go to Hebron to fulfill a vow I have made to the LORD. / For your servant made a vow while dwelling in Geshur of Aram, saying: ‘If indeed the LORD brings me back to Jerusalem, I will worship the LORD in Hebron.’” / “Go in peace,” said the king. So Absalom got up and went to Hebron. ... 2 Samuel 18:9-15 Now Absalom was riding on his mule when he met the servants of David, and as the mule went under the thick branches of a large oak, Absalom’s head was caught fast in the tree. The mule under him kept going, so that he was suspended in midair. / When one of the men saw this, he told Joab, “I just saw Absalom hanging in an oak tree!” / “You just saw him!” Joab exclaimed. “Why did you not strike him to the ground right there? I would have given you ten shekels of silver and a warrior’s belt!” ... 2 Samuel 19:4 But the king covered his face and cried out at the top of his voice, “O my son Absalom! O Absalom, my son, my son!” 2 Samuel 13:37-38 Now Absalom fled and went to Talmai son of Ammihud, the king of Geshur. But David mourned for his son every day. / After Absalom had fled and gone to Geshur, he stayed there three years. 2 Samuel 15:13-14 Then a messenger came to David and reported, “The hearts of the men of Israel are with Absalom.” / And David said to all the servants with him in Jerusalem, “Arise and let us flee, or we will not escape from Absalom! We must leave quickly, or he will soon overtake us, heap disaster on us, and put the city to the sword.” 2 Samuel 18:33 The king was shaken and went up to the chamber over the gate and wept. And as he walked, he cried out, “O my son Absalom! My son, my son Absalom! If only I had died instead of you, O Absalom, my son, my son!” Treasury of Scripture And to Absalom there were born three sons, and one daughter, whose name was Tamar: she was a woman of a fair countenance. born. 2 Samuel 18:18 Now Absalom in his lifetime had taken and reared up for himself a pillar, which is in the king's dale: for he said, I have no son to keep my name in remembrance: and he called the pillar after his own name: and it is called unto this day, Absalom's place. Job 18:16-19 His roots shall be dried up beneath, and above shall his branch be cut off… Isaiah 14:22 For I will rise up against them, saith the LORD of hosts, and cut off from Babylon the name, and remnant, and son, and nephew, saith the LORD. Tamar 2 Samuel 13:1 And it came to pass after this, that Absalom the son of David had a fair sister, whose name was Tamar; and Amnon the son of David loved her. Jump to Previous Absalom Ab'salom Appearance Beautiful Born Countenance Daughter Daughter's Face Fair Tamar ThreeJump to Next Absalom Ab'salom Appearance Beautiful Born Countenance Daughter Daughter's Face Fair Tamar Three2 Samuel 14 1. Joab, suborning a widow of Tekoah to incline the king's heart to fetch Absalom,21. brings him home to Jerusalem 25. Absalom's beauty, hair, and children 28. After two years, Absalom is brought into the king's presence by Joab Three sons were born to Absalom Absalom, the third son of King David, is a significant figure in the narrative of 2 Samuel. His lineage is important as it reflects the continuation of David's line, which is central to the biblical narrative. The mention of three sons suggests the potential for a lasting legacy, although later texts (2 Samuel 18:18) indicate that these sons did not survive to carry on his name. This detail highlights the tragic elements of Absalom's life and rebellion against his father, David. The number three often symbolizes completeness or stability in biblical literature, yet in Absalom's case, it ironically underscores the instability and eventual downfall of his house. and a daughter named Tamar who was a beautiful woman Persons / Places / Events 1. AbsalomThe third son of King David, known for his handsome appearance and rebellious nature. He plays a significant role in the account of 2 Samuel, particularly in his revolt against his father, King David. 2. Tamar Absalom's daughter, noted for her beauty. Her name is significant as it connects to Absalom's sister, also named Tamar, who suffered greatly due to the actions of their half-brother Amnon. 3. David Although not directly mentioned in this verse, King David is a central figure in the surrounding account. His complex family dynamics and the consequences of his past sins are evident in the lives of his children. 4. Jerusalem The city where much of the account of 2 Samuel unfolds, including the events surrounding Absalom's life and rebellion. 5. Amnon Absalom's half-brother, whose actions against Absalom's sister Tamar set off a chain of events leading to Absalom's estrangement from David and eventual rebellion. Teaching Points The Importance of Family LegacyAbsalom's children, particularly his daughter Tamar, remind us of the lasting impact of family legacy. Our actions and decisions can have profound effects on future generations. The Consequences of Sin The account surrounding Absalom's family highlights the destructive nature of sin and its ripple effects within families. It serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of righteousness and reconciliation. Beauty and Character While Tamar is noted for her beauty, the Bible consistently emphasizes the importance of inner character over outward appearance. This serves as a reminder to value and cultivate godly character. The Role of Women in Scripture Tamar's mention, though brief, underscores the presence and significance of women in biblical accounts. It challenges us to recognize and honor the contributions and experiences of women in our faith communities.(27) Three sons.--Their names are not given, from which it might be supposed that they died in infancy, and this is made sure by 2Samuel 18:18, where Absalom is reported as saying, "I have no son to keep my name in remembrance." One daughter.--This daughter bore the name of Absalom's sister, Tamar, and shared her beauty. The LXX. here inserts the statement that she "became the wife of Roboam, the son of Solomon, and bore him a son, Abia." But this is evidently a confused gloss, founded upon 1Kings 15:2; 2Chronicles 11:20-22. We are there told that Rehoboam's favourite wife was Maachah, the daughter of Absalom, and mother of Abijah; but this must mean that Maachah was his granddaughter through Tamar, since in 2Chronicles 13:2 Abijah is called the son of Michaiah, the daughter of Uriel. Tamar then married Uriel, and her daughter became the mother of a line of kings. Verse 27. - Three sons. Their names are not given, because they died early (see 2 Samuel 18:18). Of his daughter Tamar, named after her aunt, and, like her, possessed of great beauty, the Septuagint adds that she became the wife of Rehoboam, and mother of Abijah. In 1 Kings 15:2 we are told that Abijah's mother was "Maachah the daughter of Abishalom;" and in 2 Chronicles 13:2 that her name was "Michaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah." We thus gather that Tamar married Uriel, and that it was the granddaughter of Absalom who became Rehoboam's queen. It is strictly in accordance with Hebrew custom to call Absalom's granddaughter his daughter, and, as Uriel was a man of no political importance, he is passed over, as the narrator's object was to show that Abijah's mother was sprung from the handsome and notorious son of David (see also 2 Chronicles 11:20, 21).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Threeשְׁלוֹשָׁ֣ה (šə·lō·wō·šāh) Number - masculine singular Strong's 7969: Three, third, thrice sons בָנִ֔ים (ḇā·nîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1121: A son were born וַיִּֽוָּלְד֤וּ (way·yiw·wā·lə·ḏū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage to Absalom, לְאַבְשָׁלוֹם֙ (lə·’aḇ·šā·lō·wm) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 53: Absalom -- 'my father is peace', two Israelites and a אַחַ֖ת (’a·ḥaṯ) Number - feminine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first daughter וּבַ֥ת (ū·ḇaṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 1323: A daughter named וּשְׁמָ֣הּ (ū·šə·māh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 8034: A name Tamar, תָּמָ֑ר (tā·mār) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 8559: Tamar -- daughter-in-law of Judah, also two Israelite women, also a place South of the Dead Sea who הִ֣יא (hî) Pronoun - third person feminine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are was הָיְתָ֔ה (hā·yə·ṯāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be a beautiful יְפַ֥ת (yə·p̄aṯ) Adjective - feminine singular construct Strong's 3303: Fair, beautiful woman. אִשָּׁ֖ה (’iš·šāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female Links 2 Samuel 14:27 NIV2 Samuel 14:27 NLT 2 Samuel 14:27 ESV 2 Samuel 14:27 NASB 2 Samuel 14:27 KJV 2 Samuel 14:27 BibleApps.com 2 Samuel 14:27 Biblia Paralela 2 Samuel 14:27 Chinese Bible 2 Samuel 14:27 French Bible 2 Samuel 14:27 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Samuel 14:27 To Absalom there were born three sons (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) |
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