Reading for May 18th

Read 2 Samuel 14.1-11
In 14.1-33: Absalom's return.
In verse 1: The fact that the king's mind was on Absalom does no mean that he was now favorably inclined toward Absalom, as the story makes clear.
In verse 2: Tekoa was a village south of Bethlehem.
Perhaps David took an interest in this case because the woman was from his home territory.
Wise also means skilled.
This woman was a skilled actress.
In verses 8-11: David grants the woman's request and swear by the Lord that her one remaining son will not be harmed.
The woman will urge David to apply this oath to his situation with Absalom.
Since David's ruling is contrary to the customary punishment, the woman accepts any guilt that David may incur (v. 9).
Comments or Questions..