Many people have turned against me. The Philistines recognized … 1. (Each colored word is a word found in the original Hebrew. When David gets word of this impending revolution, he chooses to flee from Jerusalem, along with a number of his faithful followers. my son! 4 With my voice will I call to Jehovah, and he will answer me from the hill of his holiness. David wrote much of the book of Psalms and is also mentioned in Matthew 1:1, 6, 22, 43-45; Luke 1:32; Acts 13:22; Romans 1:3; and Hebrews 11:32. Psalm 3 A psalm of David when he ran away from his son Absalom. English Standard Version O LORD, how many are my foes! He told him, “The hearts of the Israelites are turned toward Absalom.” 14 Then David spoke to all his officials who were with him in Jerusalem. Notice this implication in verse 2. David then lost his son Amnon, because Absalom wanted vengeance for the rape of hi… 17 So the king and all those with him left. 22 David said to Ittai, “Go ahead then. 19 The king spoke to Ittai. Psalm 3 – Peace in the Midst of the Storm This is the first psalm with a title: A Psalm of David when he fled from Absalom his son. In this Episode we see David go through the rebellion of his son Absalom, who seizes the kingdom from his father. Absalom was one of King David’s sons, and his scriptural story reads like a modern-day soap opera. And the conspiracy was strong; for the people increased continually with Absalom. "), is the inspiration for the text of several pieces of choral music, usually entitled When David Heard (such as … 16 The king started out. He said, “Come on! That was how both David and Absalom regarded all … David lost the first son Bathsheba, the widow of Uriah, bore to him (chapter 12). He told him, “The hearts of the Israelites are turned toward Absalom.”, 14 Then David spoke to all his officials who were with him in Jerusalem. And the king said, If he be alone, there is tidings in … my son! Probable Occasion When Each Psalm Was Composed contains the Psalm, the scripture it was written after, the occasion on which it was composed, and the year. “LORD, I have many enemies! We’re ready to do anything you want.”. 18 All of David’s officials marched past him. Lord, how are they increased that trouble me! Absalom met the servants of David, and Absalom rode upon a mule, and as he was running, the mule ran under a thick bowel of a great oak, and his head caught hold of the oak, and he was taken up between the heaven and the earth, and the mule that was under him went away. The death of a child is a painful experience, but there are other -- more painful -- ways to lose a child. He was very successful in persuading the people that he would make a better king than his father. Go back. Psalm 30: A Psalm of David. Those of us who have lost a child know the grief this brings. Lord, how are they increased that trouble me: Lord. 2 Samuel 17:11-13 Therefore I counsel that all Israel be generally gathered unto thee, from Dan even to Beersheba, as the sand that is by the sea for multitude; and that thou go to battle in thine own person…. 20 You came to join me only a short time ago. Absalom is one of David’s sons. My son, my son Absalom! Psalm 3---Betrayed David wrote Psalm 3 about his experiences and feelings during his flight from his rebellious back-stabbing son Absalom. During that time, Scripture says that David “longed to go out to Absalom,” but we’re never told that he actually did anything to reconcile the relationship. The Old Joab, David’s commander, and some of his soldiers came upon the young man in that unfortunate circumstance. David suffered much loss when it came to his family, especially his children. James Montgomery Boice points out that since these titles are in the canonical text of the Hebrew Bible, “They are to be taken with absolute seriousness throughout.” Take your people with you. He’ll move quickly to catch up with us. Absalom, David’s son, sought to take the kingdom from him. Absalom was a problem to his father, David, from II Samuel 13 through 18 when he tried to have David killed so that he might reign in his stead. Many are saying about me, 'God won't rescue him.' Psalm 17:7 Shew thy marvellous lovingkindness, O thou that savest by thy right hand them which put their trust in thee from those that rise up against them. Some time later, David's daughter Tamar lost her virginity due to rape, rape committed by her half-brother, Amnon. So many people are rising up against me! And that’s just as sure as the Lord and you are alive.”. New International Reader's Version (NIRV), Upgrade to Bible Gateway Plus, and access the, NIrV, The Story of Jesus for Kids: Experience the Life of Jesus as one Seamless Story, NIrV, The Books of the Bible for Kids: New Testament: Read the Story of Jesus, His Church, and His Return, NIrV, Adventure Bible for Early Readers, Polar Exploration Edition, Full Color Interior: #1 Bible for Kids, NIrV, Holy Bible, Large Print, Leathersoft, NIrV, Free on the Inside Bible, Paperback. 13 A messenger came and spoke to David. The subtitle says, "A Psalm of David, when he fled from Absalom his son." David on the Run Chronology Summary David on the Run (I Samuel 23) David learned of an opportunity to help the people of Keilah in defeating the Philistines. So why should I make you wander around with us now? “LORD, I have many enemies! Psalm 34: Of David, when he changed his behavior before Abimelech, so that he drove him out, and he went away. David's son, Absalom, rebelled against his father. But, LORD, … He and all the people with him moved on toward the desert. 2 Samuel 15:1-18:33 And it came to pass after this, that Absalom prepared him chariots and horses, and fifty men to run before him…. LORD, how many are my foes! But he left ten concubines behind to take care of the palace. … Even though Absalom was trying to kill him, David still loved his son. Instead of imitating his father’s strengths, Absolom followed his pride and greed and tried to seize his father’s throne. David’s army won, and the naughty son lost. 2 Samuel 16:15 And Absalom, and all the people the men of Israel, came to Jerusalem, and Ahithophel with him. And his head caught fast in the oak, so he was left hanging between heaven and earth, while the … He was from Gath. It doesn’t matter whether I live or die. PSALM 63 - Better Than Life By: Michael Anderson A psalm of David, regarding a time when David was in the wilderness of Judah. God instructed David to go ahead and battle the Philistines at Keilah. David once again demonstrates a godly response to overwhelming and depressing developments in life. David returns from Moab to Hereth forest, starts writing Psalms. James Montgomery Boice points out that since these titles are in the canonical text of the Hebrew Bible, “They are to be taken with absolute seriousness throughout.” 4. The king said to him, “Why do you want to come along with us? 2 Samuel 18:9 - Now Absalom happened to meet the servants of David. This Psalm was probably written as he fled. When David found out Absalom died he ran up to his room and cried. Absalom is banished after he kills his half-sister’s rapist, Amnon. Many are saying about me, “God will not save him.” LORD, you are like a shield that keeps me safe. This psalm is David’s lament over this situation. How many rise up against me! He has left Jerusalem and the palace, and in perhaps the darkest hour of his life, he is fleeing to Mahanaim. 23 All the people in the countryside wept out loud as David and all his followers passed by. He answers me from his holy mountain. Matthew 10:21 And the brother shall deliver up the brother to death, and the father the child: and the children shall rise up against their parents, and cause them to be put to death. Psalm 3. In the second Psalm, David has learned of the rebellion. When David heard of the death of his beloved (though wretched) son, he uttered one of the most plaintive cries recorded in the Bible. Christian Bible Study Resources, Dictionary, Concordance and Search Tools. However, even then, Absalom was not permitted to enter David’s … 25 And the watchman cried, and told the king. A song at the dedication of the temple. Many are saying about me, 'God won't rescue him.' New Living Translation O LORD, I have so many enemies; so many are against me. David put some of his feelings into numerous Psalms during those difficult days. Stay with King Absalom. The story of David’s trouble with Absalom began in 2 Samuel 13. Psalm 3 – Peace in the Midst of the Storm. Psalm 3. A psalm of David when he ran away from his son Absalom. I. Here’s the gist. God instructed David to go ahead and battle the Philistines at Keilah. This psalm is David’s lament over this situation. The king was shaken. This is the first psalm with a title: A Psalm of David when he fled from Absalom his son. Many of David's psalms are written in a time of despair. KJV NKJV NLT NIV ESV CSB NASB. Many people have turned against me. Copyright © 1995, 1996, 1998, 2014 by Biblica, Inc.®. All the Kerethites and Pelethites marched along with them. 1 Samuel 22. Used by permission. His men will kill everyone in the city with their swords.”, 15 The king’s officials answered him, “You are our king and master. Absalom, David’s son, sought to take the kingdom from him. Reference to King David in the Bible . The psalm is rich in metaphors and references to God’s covenants with Israel. This Psalm may represent David’s anguish when he found a cave in Abdullam to hide from the king of Achish in Gath. Absalom was killed as he helplessly hung there. 2 Samuel 18:3 "But the people answered, Thou shalt not go forth: for if we flee away, they will not … The preceding paragraphs are filled with tears as David must leave Jerusalem behind and flee toward the wilderness. Absalom’s long flowing hair got stuck in a tree and he got caught. David … Because of his son’s success he was forced to flee Jerusalem [2 Samuel 15]. Chapters 15-18). would God I had died for thee, O Absalom, my son, my son! He went up to the room over the gateway and wept. David put some of his feelings into numerous Psalms during those difficult days. Those days of being on the run from Saul were, prior to the Bathsheba affair, among the very worst days of David’s life. I call out to the LORD. Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular, David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse, Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person masculine singular, Preposition-m | Noun - common plural construct, Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular, Absalom -- 'my father is peace', two Israelites, LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel, Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular, Narrow, a tight place, a pebble, an opponent, Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural, To cast together, increase, in number, to multiply by the myriad, Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural, Preposition | first person common singular. how numerous are they that trouble me, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, OT Poetry: Psalm 3:1 A Psalm by David when he fled (Psalm Ps Psa.) The single verse, 2 Samuel 18:33, regarding David's grief at the loss of his son ("And the king was much moved, and went up to the chamber over the gate, and wept: and as he went, thus he said, O my son Absalom, my son, my son Absalom! Because of his son’s success he was forced to flee Jerusalem [2 Samuel 15]. The king went across the Kidron Valley. The woman said, “Like water spilled on … Known for: Absalom in the Bible was the third son of King David. When the civil war began, David refused to fight against his son. Absalom met the servants of David, and Absalom rode upon a mule, and as he was running, the mule ran under a thick bowel of a great oak, and his head caught hold of the oak, and he was taken up between the heaven and the earth, and the mule that was under him went away. You left your own country. Absalom is finally about to declare himself King of Israel, in place of his father. Everyone in his whole family went with him. David has a life that isn’t just about his own success. Jehovah, how many are they that trouble me, many they that rise up against me! 5. So go on back. And all of the 600 men who had come with him from Gath marched in front of him. And the king was much moved, and went up to the chamber over the gate, and wept: and as he went, thus he said, O my son Absalom… Would that I had died in thy stead, O Absalom! All his men and their families marched with him. Psalm 3:1-3 This prayer was written by King David as he fled from his son during Absalom’s rebellion in 985BC (see 2 Samuel 15-19). We have to leave right away! You bring me honor. Out of fear of his father, Absalom ran away to Geshur, where he stayed for three years. A total of 20,000 men die in this slaughter, which spreads out over the whole countryside, as Absalom's men begin to turn and run for their lives. You are an outsider. LORD, I have so many enemies! A tale from a wise woman he kills his half-sister ’ s covenants with.... 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