The rift between David and his son, Absalom, deepens. Finally, the head of the army, Joab, brokers a peace between the two men and Absalom is allowed to return to Jerusalem. After an additional 2 years, the king and Absalom meet and are restored.
Absalom, however, has intentions for the kingdom. He begins to set himself up as an intermediary to the king; and eventually a large conspiracy develops that seeks to establish him as the king. While Abasalom rallies his forces in Hebron, King David and his family retreat from Jerusalem for safer environs. Several key individuals are left in the city to report on Absalom's doings and plans.
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