2Sa 18:9 | MHM | STEP | The Death of Absalom. This section tells the tragic end of Absalom, King David’s rebellious son. Though David loved Absalom and wanted him spared, God’s justice brought Absalom to his end. His death serves as a reminder of the consequences of pride, rebellion, and disobedience, especially against one’s own family and God’s anointed leader. v. 9 : Absalom was fleeing on his mule when his head got caught in the branches of a large oak tree, leaving him hanging between heaven and earth . His mule ran away, abandoning him. Some believe his long hair, which he took pride in, became tangled, and that same pride led to his downfall. This unusual death highlighted his guilt and rebellion. As the Bible says, He who flees from fear shall fall into the pit (Jeremiah 48:44 ).

‏ 2 Samuel 18:9

The Death of Absalom.

This section tells the tragic end of Absalom, King David’s rebellious son. Though David loved Absalom and wanted him spared, God’s justice brought Absalom to his end. His death serves as a reminder of the consequences of pride, rebellion, and disobedience, especially against one’s own family and God’s anointed leader.

v. 9: Absalom was fleeing on his mule when his head got caught in the branches of a large oak tree, leaving him hanging between heaven and earth . His mule ran away, abandoning him. Some believe his long hair, which he took pride in, became tangled, and that same pride led to his downfall. This unusual death highlighted his guilt and rebellion. As the Bible says, He who flees from fear shall fall into the pit (Jeremiah 48:44 ^a).