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After this it happened that Absalom provided himself with _______ and _______, and _______ men to run _______ him.
chariots, horses, fifty, before
When would Absalom rise and stand beside the way to the gate?
early
What would Absalom rise and stand beside?
the way to the gate
What would Absalom ask those who had a lawsuit?
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The Absalom would say to him, 'Look, your case is ________ and ________; but there is no __________ of the king to _______ you.'
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Absalom would say, 'Oh, that I were made ______ in the land, and ________ who has any _______ or cause would come to me; then I would give him ______.'
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What three things would Absalom do when anyone came near to bow down to him?
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What did Absalom steal from the men of Israel?
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Why did Absalom want to go to Hebron?
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How many years had passed before Absalom asked the king if he could go to Hebron?
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What was the vow Absalom had made with the Lord?
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What was David's response when Absalom asked if he could go to Hebron?
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Then Absalom sent _____ throughout all the tribes of _____.
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What was the signal that Israel was to wait for before they said, 'Absalom reigns in Hebron'?
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How many men from Jerusalem went with Absalom?
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How did the two hundred men go with Absalom?
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Then Absalom sent for ________ the , David's counselor, from his city--from--_--while he offered _______.
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And the ___________ grew _________, for the people with Absalom continually __________ in __________.
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Who told David that the hearts of the men of Israel were with Absalom?
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What did the messenger tell David was with Absalom?
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Make _________ to depart, lest he overtake us suddenly and bring _________ upon us, and strike the _________ with the edge of the _________.
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Then the king went out with all his _______ after him. But the king left ____ women, ________, to keep the ______.
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Who did David tell to stay in Jerusalem and not flee?
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What did David say when Ittai the Gittite refused to return to Jerusalem?
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Who crossed over with Ittai the Gittite?
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What did all the country do as the people crossed over?
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What did the king and the people cross over when fleeing Absalom?
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Who was bearing the ark of the covenant of God?
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Study Notes
Absalom's Actions and Ambitions
- Absalom prepared for his revolt by acquiring chariots, horses, and assembling fifty men to run before him.
- He positioned himself early by the gate to court people coming with legal matters, asking about their cities.
Manipulation and Deceit
- Absalom assured litigants their cases were good and right, claiming a lack of representation from the king.
- He expressed a desire to serve as a judge so that everyone with a legal claim would come to him for justice.
Tactics for Gaining Support
- Absalom showed affection to those who approached him, taking their hand and kissing them, which helped him win over the hearts of the men of Israel.
- He plotted to go to Hebron to fulfill a vow he made to the Lord, marking a turning point in his bid for power.
Strategic Moves
- Absalom sent spies throughout Israel, signaling the people with a trumpet sound to declare his reign.
- He left Jerusalem with 200 men who came with him unawares, signifying their innocence in his plans.
The Rise of the Conspiracy
- Absalom summoned Ahithophel, David's counselor, while he was sacrificing in Giloh, enhancing his support.
- The conspiracy against David grew stronger as more people joined Absalom.
David's Response
- A messenger informed David of the shift in support favoring Absalom, prompting him to flee for safety.
- David advised haste in his departure to avoid disaster and potential bloodshed in the city.
Departure from Jerusalem
- The king left with his household, leaving ten concubines behind to tend to the house.
- David instructed Ittai the Gittite to stay in Jerusalem, displaying trust in his loyalty.
Crossing Over and Mourning
- Ittai and his men crossed over with the king, along with their families, as the people wept loudly in response to the upheaval.
- They crossed the Brook Kidron as they fled from Absalom, symbolizing a significant moment of loss.
The Ark of the Covenant
- Zadok and the Levites carried the ark of the covenant, representing the divine presence and guidance during this tumultuous time.
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