Jivit ani Porgottnni Mittingechea Pustike Pasot Modot
MAY 2-8
DEVACHEA UTRANTLE THEVE | 1 SAMUEL 27-29
“Davidan Zhuzak Lagon Kelʼli Ievzonn”
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Achish
Twice when David was in flight from Saul he found refuge in the domain of King Achish. On the first occasion, when suspected of being an enemy, David feigned insanity, and Achish let him go as a harmless idiot. (1Sa 21:10-15; Ps 34:Sup; 56:Sup) On the second visit David was accompanied by 600 warriors and their families, and so Achish assigned them to live in Ziklag. During the year and four months that they were there Achish believed that David’s band was making raids on Judean towns, whereas David was actually pillaging the Geshurites, Girzites, and Amalekites. (1Sa 27:1-12) So successful was the deception that Achish actually made David his personal bodyguard when the Philistines were organizing an attack on King Saul, and only at the last moment, upon the insistence of the other “axis lords” of the Philistines, were David and his men sent back to Ziklag. (1Sa 28:2; 29:1-11) When David became king and warred against Gath, Achish apparently was not killed. He lived into Solomon’s reign.—1Ki 2:39-41; see GATH.
Young Men—How Can You Gain the Trust of Others?
8 Consider another challenge that David faced. After he was anointed to be king, David had to wait many years before he was officially enthroned as king of Judah. (1 Sam. 16:13; 2 Sam. 2:3, 4) During that interval, what helped him to wait patiently? Instead of becoming paralyzed by discouragement, David focused on what he could do. For example, while living as a fugitive in Philistine territory, David seized the opportunity to fight against Israel’s enemies. In doing so, he protected the boundaries of the territory of Judah.—1 Sam. 27:1-12.
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Lie
While malicious lying is definitely condemned in the Bible, this does not mean that a person is under obligation to divulge truthful information to people who are not entitled to it. Jesus Christ counseled: “Do not give what is holy to dogs, neither throw your pearls before swine, that they may never trample them under their feet and turn around and rip you open.” (Mt 7:6) That is why Jesus on certain occasions refrained from giving full information or direct answers to certain questions when doing so could have brought unnecessary harm. (Mt 15:1-6; 21:23-27; Joh 7:3-10) Evidently the course of Abraham, Isaac, Rahab, and Elisha in misdirecting or in withholding full facts from nonworshipers of Jehovah must be viewed in the same light.—Ge 12:10-19; chap 20; 26:1-10; Jos 2:1-6; Jas 2:25; 2Ki 6:11-23.
Bible-antlim Motiam
w10 1/1 20 ¶5-6
Jivim Asat Tankam Meleant Tim Modot Korunk Xoktat Kai?
Ek munis morta tednam to ‘porot dhulʼlint voita’ ani ‘sogleo tacheo manddnnio fiskottun voitat’ mhunn Bible sangta. (Stotr 146:4) Toxench, ghaddiponn kortoleam sangata kosloch sombond dovorcho nhoi mhunn Jehovan sanglolem, hem Saulu ani Samuel zannam asle. Tea pasot khub vorsam poilim, Saulun akʼkhea desant choltalem tem ghaddiponn bond kelʼlem.—Levi-Xastr 19:31.
Tor hea vixim chintat: Samuel khoreanich ek otmo zaun ailʼlo zalear, to Jehovachea kaideam add vochon eke ghaddini udexim Sauluk mellonk ietlo aslo kai? Toxench, Jehova Devak Saulu lagim ulounk naka aslem mhunn tannem dakhoun dilʼlem. Tor ek ghaddin, moron gelʼlea Samuela udexim, Sorvpodvedar Devak, Saulu lagim uloum-xem korunk xoktali kai? Na. Hantuntlean, Saulu lagim uloilʼlo to Samuel, khorem mhunnttlear Jehovacho provadi nhoi punn ek vaitt otmo aslo mhunn amkam kollon ieta.
MAY 9-15
DEVACHEA UTRANTLE THEVE | 1 SAMUEL 30-31
“Jehova Tumchea Deva Koddlean Boll Magon Gheiat”
w06 8/1 28 ¶12
Fear Jehovah—Be Happy!
12 David’s fear of Jehovah did more than just restrain him from doing wrong. It strengthened him to act decisively and wisely under difficult circumstances. For a year and four months, David and his men took refuge from Saul at Ziklag in the Philistine countryside. (1 Samuel 27:5-7) Once while the men were away, marauding Amalekites burned the city and carried off all the men’s wives, children, and flocks. Upon returning and seeing what had happened, David and his men wept. Grief quickly turned to bitterness, and David’s men spoke of stoning him. Though distressed, David did not despair. (Proverbs 24:10) His fear of God moved him to turn to Jehovah, and he “took to strengthening himself by Jehovah.” With God’s help, David and his men overtook the Amalekites and recovered everything.—1 Samuel 30:1-20.
w12 4/15 30 ¶14
Jehovah Safeguards Us for Salvation
14 David faced many distressing circumstances in his life. (1 Sam. 30:3-6) His inspired words reveal that Jehovah knew his feelings. (Read Psalm 34:18; 56:8.) God knows our feelings as well. When we are “broken at heart” or “crushed in spirit,” he draws near to us. This in itself may give us a measure of comfort, as it did David, who sang: “I will be joyful and rejoice in your loving-kindness, in that you have seen my affliction; you have known about the distresses of my soul.” (Ps. 31:7) But Jehovah does more than just notice our distress. He sustains us by providing comfort and encouragement. One way he does this is by means of Christian meetings.
Bible-antlim Motiam
w05 3/15 24 ¶8
Poilo Samuel Pustokantle Mukhel Mudʼdhe
30:23, 24. Ho nirnnoi, Lokgontti 31:27-acher adarit aslo, jem dakhoun dita ki sobhent koslem-i kam korunk ami tenko ditat tednam Jehova tacho khub valor korta. Tor ami ‘jem kitem kortat tem munxam khatir nhoi punn Jehova khatir korunk zai.’—Koloskarank 3:23.
MAY 16-22
DEVACHEA UTRANTLE THEVE | 2 SAMUEL 1-3
“Davidachea Vilap Gitantlean Ami Kitem Xiktat?”
w00 6/15 13 ¶9
Honor the Ones Given Authority Over You
9 Was David distressed while he was being mistreated? “There are . . . tyrants that do seek my soul,” David cried out to Jehovah. (Psalm 54:3) He poured out his heart to Jehovah: “Deliver me from my enemies, O my God . . . Strong ones make an attack upon me, for no revolt on my part, nor any sin on my part, O Jehovah. Though there is no error, they run and get themselves ready. Do rouse yourself at my calling and see.” (Psalm 59:1-4) Have you ever felt the same way—that you had done no wrong to a person in authority, yet he kept giving you a hard time? David did not fail to show respect to Saul. Upon Saul’s death, instead of exulting in joy, David composed a dirge: “Saul and Jonathan, the lovable ones and the pleasant ones during their life . . . Swifter than the eagles they were, mightier than the lions they were. You daughters of Israel, weep over Saul.” (2 Samuel 1:23, 24) What a fine example of genuine respect for the anointed of Jehovah, even though David had been wronged by Saul!
w12 4/15 10 ¶8
Betrayal—An Ominous Sign of the Times!
8 The Bible also describes many loyal individuals. Let us consider two of these and see what we can learn from them, starting with a man who proved his loyalty to David. Jonathan, King Saul’s eldest son, would likely have been the heir to the throne of Israel—except for one thing. Jehovah chose David to be Israel’s next king. Jonathan respected God’s decision. He did not jealously view David as a rival. Rather, Jonathan’s “soul became bound up with the soul of David” as he pledged his loyalty to him. He even gave David his garments, sword, bow, and belt, thus bestowing royal honors on him. (1 Sam. 18:1-4) Jonathan did all he could to ‘strengthen David’s hand,’ even to the point of risking his own life to stand up for David in front of Saul. Jonathan loyally told David: “You yourself will be king over Israel, and I myself shall become second to you.” (1 Sam. 20:30-34; 23:16, 17) It is no wonder that after Jonathan’s death, David expressed his sorrow and his love for him in a mournful song.—2 Sam. 1:17, 26.
Bible-antlim Motiam
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Bhav
Bible-ant “bhav” hem utor ek-sarkech dhei vo avodd aslolea munxank pasun uzar kelam. Tor Davidan, “Khorim bhavbhoinn koxim zor ekcharan jietat sogllim, kitlem borem, kitlem sobit!” oxem mhunnttlem tednam to khaxa bhavam vixim uloinaslo. (St. 133:1) Tor hantuntlean, khaxa bhav-bhoinnam nhoi tim pasun ekvottan jieunk xoktat ani borim ixttam zaunk xoktat mhunn kollon ieta. Ani heach karonnak lagon, Davidan Jonathanak aplo bhav mhunnttlo. Tanchim avoi-bapui veg-vegllim aslim khorim, punn te eka-mekacho mog kortale ani tancho dhei ekuch aslo.—2Sam. 1:26.
MAY 23-29
DEVACHEA UTRANTLE THEVE | 2 SAMUEL 4-6
“Jehovak Manvona Tem Korchi Bhirant Tumkam Asa Kai?”
w05 5/15 17 ¶8
Highlights From the Book of Second Samuel
6:1-7. Though David was well-meaning, his attempt to move the Ark in a wagon was in violation of God’s command and resulted in failure. (Exodus 25:13, 14; Numbers 4:15, 19; 7:7-9) Uzzah’s grabbing hold of the Ark also shows that good intentions do not change what God requires.
w05 2/1 27 ¶20
Jehovah Always Does What Is Right
20 Keep in mind that Uzzah should have known better. The Ark was associated with Jehovah’s presence. The Law specified that it was not to be touched by unauthorized individuals, explicitly warning that violators would be punished by death. (Numbers 4:18-20; 7:89) Therefore, the transfer of that sacred chest was not a task to be treated lightly. Uzzah evidently was a Levite (though not a priest), so he should have been familiar with the Law. Besides, years earlier the Ark had been moved to the house of his father for safekeeping. (1 Samuel 6:20–7:1) It had stayed there for some 70 years, until David chose to move it. So from childhood on, Uzzah had likely been aware of the laws regarding the Ark.
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Jehovah Always Does What Is Right
21 As mentioned earlier, Jehovah can read hearts. Since his Word calls Uzzah’s deed an “irreverent act,” Jehovah may have seen some selfish motive that is not expressly revealed in the account. Was Uzzah perhaps a presumptuous man, prone to overstep due bounds? (Proverbs 11:2) Did leading in public the Ark that his family had guarded in private give him an inflated sense of self-importance? (Proverbs 8:13) Was Uzzah so faithless as to think that Jehovah’s hand was too short to steady the sacred chest that symbolized His presence? Whatever the case, we can be sure that Jehovah did what was right. He likely saw something in Uzzah’s heart that caused Him to render swift judgment.—Proverbs 21:2.
Bible-antlim Motiam
w96 4/1 29 ¶1
Sodanch Tumcho Bhar Jehovacher Ghalat
Raza zalolean jem kitem ghoddlem tea pasot Davidui zobabdar aslo. Jehovan Uzzak khast laili tednam David poilim ragar zalo. Punn uprant taka bhirant disli. (2 Samuel 6:8, 9) Jehovacher aslolea tachea visvasachi porikxa zali. Hea vellar tannem Jehovachi adnea pallunk na, ani tacher patieun ravonk to chuklo. Tor hantuntlean amkam kollon ieta ki Jehova sangata amchi ixttagot ghott aslear pasun kotthin poristhitint ami chukiche toren vagonk xoktat. Hem amkam-i zaunk xokta kai? Ami Jehovache kaide pallunk nant dekhun amcher tras ietat tednam ami Jehovacher arop ghaltat kai?—Mhonnʼnneo 19:3.
MAY 30–JUN 5
DEVACHEA UTRANTLE THEVE | 2 SAMUEL 7-8
“Jehovan Davida Sangata Ek Korar Kelo”
w10 4/1 20 ¶3
“Your Kingdom Will Certainly Be Steadfast”
Jehovah is touched by David’s heartfelt desire. In response to David’s devotion and in line with prophecy, God makes a covenant with David that He will raise up someone in David’s royal line who will rule forever. Nathan conveys God’s solemn promise to David: “Your house and your kingdom will certainly be steadfast to time indefinite before you; your very throne will become one firmly established to time indefinite.” (Verse 16) Who is the permanent Heir of this covenant—the One who will rule forever?—Psalm 89:20, 29, 34-36.
w10 4/1 20 ¶4
“Your Kingdom Will Certainly Be Steadfast”
Jesus of Nazareth was a descendant of David. When announcing Jesus’ birth, an angel said: “Jehovah God will give him the throne of David his father, and he will rule as king over the house of Jacob forever, and there will be no end of his kingdom.” (Luke 1:32, 33) So the covenant with David finds its fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Hence, he rules, not by human choice, but through a solemn promise of God that gives him the right to rule forever. Let us remember that God’s promises always come true.—Isaiah 55:10, 11.
w14 10/15 10 ¶14
Have Unshakable Faith in the Kingdom
14 Consider what Jehovah promised King David of ancient Israel by means of the Davidic covenant. (Read 2 Samuel 7:12, 16.) Jehovah made this covenant with David during David’s reign in Jerusalem, promising him that the Messiah would be his descendant. (Luke 1:30-33) Thus, Jehovah further narrowed the line of descent of the offspring and established that an heir of David would have “the legal right” to the throne of the Messianic Kingdom. (Ezek. 21:25-27) Through Jesus, David’s kingship “will be firmly established forever.” Indeed, David’s offspring “will endure forever; his throne will endure like the sun.” (Ps. 89:34-37) Yes, the Messiah’s rule will never become corrupt, and its accomplishments will last forever!
Bible-antlim Motiam
it-2 206 ¶2
Nimanne Dis
Balaamachi Bhasaunni. Israelitkar Bhasailʼlea Desant bhitor sorchea poilim, Balaaman, Moabit raza Balaka vixim oxi bhasaunni keli: “Balaaman Balakak mhollem, Atam hanv mhojea lokam-xim vetam, punn tea adim, Israel-porza fuddarak tuje porjek kitem kortoli tem sangun dovortam . . . Jakobantlem ek Noketr fuddariponn choloita, Israelantli razkatti upzota, ani Sethache soglle sonstik [“Moabitkarank,” NW] sokla uddoitolo.” (Lok. 24:14-17) Hi bhasaunni poili purnn zali tednam Raza David tem “Noketr” zaun aslo, zannem Moabitkarank haroile ani tankam aple chakor kele.—2Sam. 8:2.
JUN 6-12
DEVACHEA UTRANTLE THEVE | 2 SAMUEL 9-10
“Davidan Visvaxi Mog Dakhoilo”
w06 6/15 14 ¶6
Yes, You Can Find Happiness
“Happy is anyone acting with consideration toward the lowly one,” David wrote. He continued: “In the day of calamity Jehovah will provide escape for him. Jehovah himself will guard him and preserve him alive. He will be pronounced happy.” (Psalm 41:1, 2) The loving consideration that David showed toward Mephibosheth, the lame son of David’s beloved friend Jonathan, is an example of the right attitude toward the lowly one.—2 Samuel 9:1-13.
w05 5/15 17 ¶12
Highlights From the Book of Second Samuel
9:1, 6, 7. David kept his promise. We too must endeavor to keep our word.
w02 2/15 14 ¶10
They Coped With Thorns in Their Flesh
10 Some years later King David, out of his great love for Jonathan, expressed loving-kindness to Mephibosheth. David turned over all of Saul’s property to him and assigned Saul’s attendant Ziba as caretaker of this land. David also told Mephibosheth: ‘You will eat bread at my table constantly.’ (2 Samuel 9:6-10) No doubt David’s loving-kindness was comforting to Mephibosheth and helped to blunt the pain of his disability. What a fine lesson! We too should show kindness to those contending with a thorn in the flesh.
Bible-antlim Motiam
it-1 266
Khadd
Tea tempar thoim jietole lok eka munxak khadd asop mhunnttlear, to ek khoro dadlo ani taka man asa mhunn mantale. Toxench, khadd kaddop vo tem tasop Jehovachi bhokti korinasle tea lokanchi ghoddie ek dhormik chal asli astoli. Ani chodd korun hea karonnak lagon, Jehovan aplea lokank “kanʼsulam voir matheache kens” mhunnche, dolleam ani kanam modem aslole kens ani khadd katrum nakat mhunn sanglolem.—Lev. 19:27; 21:5.
JUN 13-19
DEVACHEA UTRANTLE THEVE | 2 SAMUEL 11-12
“Vaitt Vondovnneank Tumcher Tabo Cholounk Dium Nakat”
You Can Escape From Satan’s Snares!
10 Greed led King David to forget what Jehovah had given him, including wealth, prominence, and victory over many of his enemies. David gratefully acknowledged that God’s gifts were “too numerous to recount!” (Ps. 40:5) But at one point, David forgot what Jehovah had given him. He was no longer content; he wanted more. Although David had several wives, he let an improper desire for another man’s wife develop in his heart. The woman was Bath-sheba, and her husband was Uriah the Hittite. David selfishly had sexual relations with Bath-sheba, and she became pregnant. As if the adultery were not bad enough, David arranged for Uriah to be killed! (2 Sam. 11:2-15) What was David thinking? Did he imagine that Jehovah could not see? That once faithful servant of Jehovah gave in to selfish greed and paid dearly for it. Happily, though, in time David admitted his error and repented. How thankful he was to have Jehovah’s favor again!—2 Sam. 12:7-13.
w19.09 17 ¶15
Readily Submit to Jehovah—Why and How?
15 Jehovah appointed David as head not only of his family but also of the entire nation of Israel. As king, David had a lot of power. At times, he misused that power and made serious mistakes. (2 Sam. 11:14, 15) But he showed his submission to Jehovah by accepting discipline. He poured out his heart to Jehovah in prayer. And he tried his best to obey Jehovah’s counsel. (Ps. 51:1-4) In addition, he was humble enough to accept good advice not only from men but also from women. (1 Sam. 19:11, 12; 25:32, 33) David learned from his mistakes and centered his life on serving Jehovah.
w18.06 17 ¶7
Let God’s Laws and Principles Train Your Conscience
7 Thankfully, we do not need to suffer the consequences of breaking God’s laws to learn valuable lessons. We can learn from the mistakes of others whose transgressions are recorded in God’s Word. Proverbs 1:5 says: “A wise person listens and takes in more instruction.” Indeed, we receive the very best instruction from God, such as when we read and meditate on real-life Bible accounts. For example, think of the pain that King David experienced after he disobeyed Jehovah’s command and committed adultery with Bath-sheba. (2 Sam. 12:7-14) While reading and meditating on this account, we might ask ourselves: ‘How could King David have avoided the heartache he suffered because of his adulterous act with Bath-sheba? If I faced a similar temptation, would I have the strength to turn away? Would I flee like Joseph, or would I give in like David?’ (Gen. 39:11-15) By reflecting on the bad consequences of sin, we can strengthen our heart to “hate what is bad.”
Bible-antlim Motiam
it-1 590 ¶1
David
Poilem mhunnttlear, Davidan ani Batsheban jem kitem kelʼlem tem Jehovan lipounk na. Tachea bodlek, tannem tem soglem polloilem ani tem akʼkhem sot ugddapem kelem. Moizesache Somurti pormonnem, David ani Batshebachi nit kelʼli zalear, tim dogam-i ani toxench tanchem zolmonk naslolem bhurgem pasun mortolim aslim. (D.S. 5:18; 22:22) Punn hea eke ghoddnnent Jehovan svota zaun nit keli. Ani Rajeachea Korarak lagon tannem Davidak doia dakhoili. (2Sam. 7:10-16) Karonn, Davidan svota dusreank doia dakhoilʼli. (1Sam. 24:5-9a; Jak. 2:13 sor korat) Toxench, Davidan ani Batsheban khorench poschatap kelʼlo mhunn Jehovan polloilʼlem. (St. 51:1-5a) Punn hacho orth oso naslo ki Jehovan tankam khastuch lavunk na mhunn. Karonn Nathana udhexim Jehovan oxem sanglem: “Tujeach Ghoranneantlem Hanv tujer vaitt upzo-xem kortolom.”—2Sam. 12:1-12.
JUN 20-26
DEVACHEA UTRANTLE THEVE | 2 SAMUEL 13-14
“Amnonachea Svarthak Lagon Khub Vaitt Ghoddlem”
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Absalom
Murder of Amnon. The beauty of Absalom’s sister Tamar caused his older half brother Amnon to become infatuated with her. Feigning illness, Amnon contrived to have Tamar sent to his quarters to cook for him, and then he forcibly violated her. Amnon’s erotic love turned to contemptuous hate and he had Tamar put out into the street. Ripping apart her striped gown that had distinguished her as a virgin daughter of the king, and with ashes on her head, Tamar was met by Absalom. He quickly sized up the situation and voiced immediate suspicion of Amnon, indicating a prior alertness to his half brother’s passionate desire. Absalom instructed his sister to raise no accusation, however, and took her into his home to reside.—2Sa 13:1-20.
w17.09 5 ¶11
Cultivate Self-Control
11 The Bible gives warning examples of individuals who lacked self-control concerning sexual conduct. It also shows the sad consequences that can result from such uncontrolled behavior. Anyone facing a situation similar to that of Kim would do well to ponder the case of the naive young man described in Proverbs chapter 7. Think, too, of the course Amnon took and the terrible outcome of his behavior. (2 Sam. 13:1, 2, 10-15, 28-32) Parents might help their children to develop self-control and wisdom in regard to romantic relationships by discussing the topic during family worship, using the Bible passages just mentioned.
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Absalom
Two years passed. Sheepshearing time came, a festive occasion, and Absalom arranged a feast at Baal-hazor about 22 km (14 mi) NNE of Jerusalem, inviting the king’s sons and David himself. When his father begged off from attending, Absalom pressed him to agree to send Amnon, his firstborn, in his stead. (Pr 10:18) At the feast, when Amnon was in “a merry mood with wine,” Absalom ordered his servants to slay him. The other sons headed back to Jerusalem, and Absalom went into exile with his Syrian grandfather in the kingdom of Geshur to the E of the Sea of Galilee. (2Sa 13:23-38) The “sword” foretold by the prophet Nathan had now entered David’s “house” and would continue there for the rest of his life.—2Sa 12:10.
Bible-antlim Motiam
g04 12/22 8-9
Kosle Torechi Sobitkai Chodd Mhotvachi?
Absalanv pollounk ekdom sobit distalo. Tache vixim Bible sangta: “Akʼkhea Israelant Absalanva itlo sobit anink konn naslo. Tokli tem pai porian, taka koslich kodd nasli.” (2 Samuel 14:25) Punn taka bore gunn nasle. Karonn podvi melloun gheunk taka as asli. Hea pasot tachem bapaichem xinvason zobordosten melloun gheunk to tachea virodh gelo. Toxench, tachea bapaichea dovorlolea bailam sangata tannem sombond dovorlo. Hea pasot, Jehovak Absalanvacho rag ailo ani taka dukh sosun morchem poddlem. Tor Absalanvak aslolea soglea vaitt gunnam pasot tachi sobitkai kainch valorachi nasli.—2 Samuel 15:10-14; 16:13-22; 17:14; 18:9, 15.
Tumkam Absalanva oslo munis avoddtta aslo kai? Na. Tumi tachea koddlean pois ravtolim aslim. Karonn to gorvixtt ani ovisvaxi aslo, ani hea pasot tache sobitkaiecho kainch faido naslo. Punn dusre vatten amkam Bible-ant zaitea munxanchim udharonnam asat, zankam bore gunn asle. Punn tanche bhaile sobitkaie poros tanchi bhitorli sobitkai ekdom chodd mhotvachi asli.
JUN 27–JULAY 3
DEVACHEA UTRANTLE THEVE | 2 SAMUEL 15-17
“Gorvak Lagon Absalanv Aplea Bapaichea Odhikara Add Gelo”
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Forerunner
It was the Oriental custom that runners go before the royal chariot to prepare and announce the king’s coming and to assist him generally. (1Sa 8:11) Absalom and Adonijah, in imitation of such regal dignity and to add prestige and seeming sanction to their respective rebellions, placed 50 runners before their personal chariots.—2Sa 15:1; 1Ki 1:5; see RUNNERS.
w12 7/15 13 ¶5
Serve the God of Freedom
5 The Bible contains many examples of those who were a bad influence on others. One such example is Absalom, a son of King David. Absalom was an exceptionally good-looking man. In time, however, like Satan, he let greedy ambition fill his heart, for he began to covet his father’s throne, to which he was not entitled. In a sly attempt to seize the kingship, Absalom feigned deep concern for his fellow Israelites while cleverly insinuating that the king’s court lacked regard for them. Yes, just like the Devil in the garden of Eden, Absalom presented himself as a benefactor, at the same time cruelly maligning his own father.—2 Sam. 15:1-5.
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Hebron
Some years later David’s son Absalom returned to Hebron and there initiated his unsuccessful usurpation of his father’s kingship. (2Sa 15:7-10) It was likely because of Hebron’s historical importance as onetime capital of Judah, as well as because of its being his native city, that Absalom chose this city as the starting point of his drive for the throne. Later, David’s grandson, King Rehoboam, rebuilt Hebron. (2Ch 11:5-10) After the desolation of Judah by the Babylonians and the return of the Jewish exiles, some of the repatriated Jews settled at Hebron (Kiriath-arba).—Ne 11:25.
Bible-antlim Motiam
w18.08 6 ¶11
Tumche Lagim Sogli Mahiti Asa Kai?
11 Thodde pavtti dusrim amche vixim osli mahiti diunk puro zantunt soglem sot asona. Ani hea pasot amcher onʼneai zaunk xokta. Hem somzonk, Raza David ani Mephibosheth vo Meribbaalachem udharonn polloum-ia. Davidan Meribbaalak doia dakhoili ani udar kallzan taka tacho azo, Sauluchi sogli zomin porot dili. (2 Sam. 9:6, 7) Punn uprant Meribbaala vixim Davidak konnem tori chukichi mahiti dili. Ani ti khobor sarki asa kai na tem polloinastana, Davidan goddboddan, Meribbaalak diloli sogli zomin kaddun Zibak dili. (2 Sam. 16:1-4) Punn magir David Meribbaala lagim uloilo tednam taka apli chuk kollon aili ani tannem Meribbaalak Ziba sangata ti zomin vanttun gheunk sanglem. (2 Sam. 19:24-29) Tor goddbodd korinastana, Davidan poilinch tannem aikolʼli ti mahiti sarki asa kai na tem pollounk vell ghetlolo zalear, Meribbaala sangata onʼneai zauncho naslo.