Guiding Questions: II Samuel 13

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This is part of the Tanakh Yomi Project.

To what event do the opening words of our chapter, “It came to pass after this…” allude? Is there a salient connection to what occurred before this and to the events that are about to occur?
Why did Amnon hate Tamar?
What was the import of the false rumor that “Absalom has slain all the king’s sons”? (II Samuel 13:30)
How does this chapter and its events fit into the larger narrative of David’s life and the story of Batsheva?
What are the Divine punishments for David’s actions? For possible punishments see chapters 12, 13, 17, and 18.

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Perek Yomi materials originally produced by the USCJ and Dr. Morton K. Siegel.
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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 13, Perek Yomi (USCJ)

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