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David returns to Jerusalem after Absalom's death

Joab rebuked David for public mourning that shamed those who had saved him. David returned across the Jordan, pardoned Shimei, heard Mephibosheth's defense, rewarded Barzillai, and faced renewed tension between Judah and Israel (2 Samuel 19:1-43).

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📖 2 Samuel 19:1–3

1Then it was reported to Joab, “The king is weeping and mourning over Absalom.” 2And that day’s victory was turned into mourning for all the people, because on that day they were told, “The king is grieving over his son.” 3So they returned to the city quietly that day, as people steal away in humiliation after fleeing a battle.

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Sources: Scripture — 2 Samuel 19:1-43
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