Guiding Questions: II Samuel 19

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This is part of the Tanakh Yomi Project.

Is there irony in David’s words in the first verse of our chapter? (What does the name AvShalom mean in Hebrew?)
How do you feel about Yoav’s critique of David’s behavior?
What is the distinction in II Samuel 19:9 between the”people” and “Israel”?
Why did Shimi mention “the House of Joseph” when he attempted to pacify King David? What might have he been alluding to?
What was Shimi’s original transgression against David?
Describe the nature of the disagreement between the men of Israel and the men of Judah that transpire at the end of this chapter. What is at stake for David in their disagreement?

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Perek Yomi materials originally produced by the USCJ and Dr. Morton K. Siegel.
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Exploring Judaism

Exploring Judaism is the digital home for Conservative/Masorti Judaism, embracing the beauty and complexity of Judaism, and our personal search for meaning, learning, and connecting. Our goal is to create content based on three core framing: Meaning-Making (Why?), Practical Living (How?), and Explainers (What?).

Post categories: Neviim (Prophets), Samuel II, Tanakh, Tanakh Yomi

Post tags: II Samuel 19, Perek Yomi (USCJ)

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