Absalom leads a popularity contest and a rebellion against his father, David. He seems to have the upper hand in that he displaces his father. David is forced to leave his city. Absalom asks for strategic military advice and receives mixed signals. He takes unnecessary risks and dies in battle.
David might have felt relief, but no! He is bereaved over Absalom’s death. The threat to his rule is ended, but his son is no more. In this way Nathan’s prophecy (2 Samuel 12:7-12) is fulfilled. David is punished for his adultery with Bathsheba and for his execution of Bathsheba’s husband, Uriah.
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