Who was Absalom?
Rebellious son and rival to King David
Absalom was the son of King David of Israel, born in Jerusalem. He was famous for rebelling against his father, which ultimately led to his downfall.
The story of Absalom
Absalom had three sons, but all three died during the rebellion. He was known for his long hair and was considered very handsome. Absalom was eventually killed in battle by David's commander, Joab, and was buried in a pit in the forest of Ephraim.
The exact date of his death is unknown, but he is believed to have died in his late 30s or early 40s.
- Name meaning
- Father of Peace
- Name origin
- Hebrew
- Role
- King
- First mention
- 2 Samuel 3:3
- Appearances in the Bible
- 90 mentions
Absalom in the Bible
Chapters that mention Absalom
Questions about Absalom
Who was Absalom in the Bible?
Absalom was the son of King David of Israel, born in Jerusalem. He was famous for rebelling against his father, which ultimately led to his downfall. Absalom had three sons, but all three died during the rebellion. He was known for his long hair and was considered very handsome. Absalom was eventually killed in battle by David's commander, Joab, and was buried in a pit in the forest of Ephraim. The exact date of his death is unknown, but he is believed to have died in his late 30s or early 40s.
What does the name Absalom mean?
The name Absalom means “Father of Peace”. Origin: Hebrew.
Where is Absalom first mentioned in the Bible?
Absalom is first mentioned in 2 Samuel 3:3.
How many times is Absalom mentioned in the Bible?
Number of mentions in the Bible: 90.
Who were the parents of Absalom?
Parents: David and Maacah.
Who were the children of Absalom?
Children: Tamar and Maacah.
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