KJV ORIGINAL
And it came to pass after two full years, that Absalom had sheepshearers in Baalhazor, which is beside Ephraim: and Absalom invited all the king’s sons.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Two full years later, Absalom was having his sheep sheared in Baal-hazor, which is near Ephraim. Absalom invited all the king's sons to come.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows Absalom waiting two years before making his move, then gathering all his brothers together under the pretense of a sheep-shearing celebration.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs two years after Amnon raped Absalom's sister Tamar, with no justice served by King David. Sheep-shearing was a festive time that provided perfect cover for Absalom's planned revenge. The location at Baal-hazor was strategically chosen as it was far from Jerusalem and David's immediate protection.
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