The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 136: Absalom Is Defeated (2022)
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May 16, 2022 AI Snips
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David's Late Claim on Absalom
- David only truly claims Absalom as his son after Absalom's death.
- This reveals the tragedy of absence and the deep yearning to claim loved ones before it's too late.
Temple Worship Restructuring
- David adjusts the Levite service age from 30 to 20 to prepare for temple worship.
- This change reflects the shift from a portable tabernacle to a permanent temple structure.
Absalom's Death in Battle
- Absalom's hair gets caught in a tree, leaving him hanging helplessly during battle.
- Joab kills Absalom despite David's orders to spare him, marking a decisive end to rebellion.