Topical Encyclopedia Absalom, a prominent figure in the Hebrew Bible, was the third son of King David and Maacah, the daughter of Talmai, king of Geshur (2 Samuel 3:3). Known for his striking appearance and tumultuous life, Absalom's legacy extends through his children, who are mentioned briefly in the biblical narrative.1. Tamar Absalom had a daughter named Tamar, who is noted in 2 Samuel 14:27: "Three sons were born to Absalom, and a daughter named Tamar, who was a beautiful woman." Tamar was named after Absalom's sister, who had been wronged by their half-brother Amnon. The naming of his daughter after his sister may reflect Absalom's enduring affection and sense of justice for his sister Tamar. The Bible does not provide further details about Tamar's life or her role in the events following Absalom's rebellion. 2. Sons of Absalom The biblical record in 2 Samuel 14:27 also mentions that Absalom had three sons. However, their names and any further details about their lives are not provided in the Scriptures. The absence of additional information about Absalom's sons has led to various interpretations and speculations by scholars and commentators. Some suggest that the lack of mention might imply that they died young or did not play significant roles in the biblical narrative. 3. Absalom's Monument In 2 Samuel 18:18, it is noted that Absalom erected a monument for himself during his lifetime: "Now Absalom had taken a pillar and set it up in the Valley of the King, for he said, 'I have no son to preserve the memory of my name.' So he named the pillar after himself, and to this day it is called Absalom’s Monument." This statement has led to some debate, as it seems to contradict the earlier mention of his sons. Some scholars propose that Absalom's sons may have died before him, prompting him to create a monument to ensure his name would be remembered. Absalom's children, though briefly mentioned, are part of the complex narrative of his life, which includes themes of family loyalty, vengeance, and the tragic consequences of rebellion. The limited information about his offspring leaves much to the imagination and interpretation, contributing to the enduring intrigue surrounding Absalom's account in biblical history. Nave's Topical Index 2 Samuel 14:27And to Absalom there were born three sons, and one daughter, whose name was Tamar: she was a woman of a fair countenance. Nave's Topical Index 2 Samuel 18:18 1 Kings 15:2 2 Chronicles 11:20 Library How, when Absalom was Beaten, He was Caught in a Tree by his Hair ... Absalom the Ungrateful Son A Broken-Hearted Father The Wail of a Broken Heart The Children's Bible 2 Sam. 23:4-5. Without Clouds. They Shall be Called the Children of God Pardoned Sin Punished The Promises of the Christian Home. The Wills of Men are So Much in the Power of God, that He Can Turn ... Resources Who was Absalom in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is an Absalom spirit? | GotQuestions.org What is Absalom's Monument? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Absalom is Permitted by David to Return to Jerusalem Absalom: Son of David by Maacah Related Terms |
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