Footnote:
Why was David so upset over the death of his rebel son?
1. David realized that he, in part, was responsible for Absalom's death. Nathan, the prophet, had said that because David had killed Uriah, his own sons would rebel against him.
2. David was angry at Joab and his officers for killing Absalom against his wishes.
3. David truly loved his son, even though Absalom did nothing to deserve his love. It would have been kinder and more loving to deal with Absalom and his runaway ego when he was younger.
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All footnotes taken from the Life Application Study Bible, NIV
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