Educator Guide
Absalom Bible Study Guide
United Kingdom · 1010 BC – 975 BC (35 years)
Third son of David by Maacah; led a rebellion that nearly cost David his throne; killed by Joab in the forest of Ephraim.
From the family tree
- Parents
- David, Maacah
- Siblings
- Nathan, Solomon, Adonijah, Tamar (David's daughter), Amnon
- Dates
- 1010 BC – 975 BC (35 years)
- Era
- United Kingdom
Teaching prompt
Read about Absalom: "Third son of David by Maacah; led a rebellion that nearly cost David his throne; killed by Joab in the forest of Ephraim." What does this teach us about God's plan?
Discussion questions
- How does Absalom's life connect to the promise that leads to Jesus?
- What would you have done in Absalom's place?
- Which scripture passage about Absalom stands out most to you, and why?