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And the saying pleased Absalom well, and all the elders of Israel.

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Key themes

Justice and mercyPeaceDavidic covenantSin and judgment

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2 Samuel 17:1 2 Samuel 17:2 Micah 6:8 Amos 5:24

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Bible verses about justice and mercy Bible verses about peace

Glossary

Absalom Person: Father of peace; i. e., “peaceful” David’s son by Maacah ( 2 Sam. 3:3 ; comp. 1 Kings 1:6 ). He was noted for his personal beauty and for the extra-ordinary profusion of the hair of his head ( 2 Sam. 14:25 ,26).