Rabbi Amnon Bazak
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The chapter begins with preparations for Avshalom’s rebellion, and later describes the uprising and David’s swift response. This lesson will examine both...
Rabbi Amnon Bazak
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The parable of the woman from Tekoa leads David to return Avshalom to Jerusalem. This lesson will examine the rhetorical elements used by the Tekoite...
Rabbi Amnon Bazak
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While David was running away from Jerusalem, the city was finally awarded religious status. What brought about this change? And how does David cope with...
Rabbi Amnon Bazak
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This chapter includes the second episode in the complex relationship between David, Ziva, and Mefiboshet. Why did David fail to deliver fair judgement?...
Rabbi Amnon Bazak
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In a brilliant speech, Hushai successfully thwarts Ahitofel’s well-crafted plan. How did Hushai achieve this end? How is this episode similar to the story...
Rabbi Amnon Bazak
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Hushai ha-Erki was sent to Avshalom in order to prevent Ahitofel’s plan. What means did Hushai use? Why did Ahitofel tell Avshalom to sleep with his...
Rabbi Amnon Bazak
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The biblical text describes Avshalom’s unique beauty at length. What is the purpose of this lengthiness? Why does this description interrupt the story of...
Rabbi Amnon Bazak
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This lesson will continue to explore the story of Amnon and Tamar, and discuss the significance of the literary parallels between this story and two...
Rabbi Amnon Bazak
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Why did Nathan need a parable in order to inform David of his sin?
Rabbi Amnon Bazak
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The story of Amnon and Tamar opens a long list of tragedies that befall David after his sin with Bat Sheva. This lesson examines the story of Tamar’s rape...
