2 Samuel 13:21 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

But when king David heard of all these things, he was very wroth.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But when King David heard about all these things, he was extremely angry.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows that King David became furious when he learned what had happened.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of 2 Samuel, King David is depicted as a ruler facing the consequences of his own past sins, which have led to turmoil within his family. This verse follows the tragic event where Amnon, David's eldest son, raped his half-sister Tamar, an act that exposed the deep divisions in the royal household. David's anger upon hearing the news reflects his emotional reaction but also foreshadows his failure to administer justice, allowing further conflict to escalate.

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