The Bible Story - An Undisciplined Son Rebels - Basil Wolverton - July 1967

Basil Wolverton

Amnon, one of David's sons, had cruelly forced Tamar, his half-sister. After Tamar had escaped from him, she hurried in anguish to the home of Absalom, her brother, who opened the door for her. (II Samuel 13:7-19.) A Plot for Revenge. Sobbing, Tamar jerked off her coat, a colorful and expensive garment such as was worn by a virgin in the royal family, and vigorously ripped it. Absalom knew that something tragic had taken place when he saw this demonstration. Then he remembered that his father had sent a message to Tamar that she should visit Amnon because of his sickness. "Have you been with Amnon just now?" Absalom asked. - Information Supplied By: Herbert W Armstrong Library