KJV ORIGINAL
But Absalom fled, and went to Talmai, the son of Ammihud, king of Geshur. And David mourned for his son every day.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
But Absalom ran away and went to Talmai, who was the son of Ammihud and king of Geshur. And David grieved for his son every day.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows Absalom fleeing to his grandfather's kingdom after killing his brother, while his father David mourns daily for his lost son.
📚 Historical Context
This follows Absalom's murder of his half-brother Amnon in revenge for raping their sister Tamar. Absalom fled to Geshur, where his maternal grandfather Talmai ruled, seeking refuge from potential punishment. David was caught between justice and fatherly love, mourning the loss of both sons - one dead and one exiled.
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