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# 2 Samuel 15 General Notes #
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#### Structure and formatting ####
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This chapter begins the story of Absalom's attempted revolt.
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#### Special concepts in this chapter ####
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##### Absalom's conspiracy #####
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For four years, Absalom made many allies in an attempt to make himself king. This is why he acted as a judge for the people. Since this was all done in secret, it is called a "conspiracy." David found out and fled with those in the army who were loyal to him.
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#### Important figures of speech in this chapter ####
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##### Metaphor #####
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The author used the metaphor of a thief to describe how Absalom was able to win people's loyalty: "So Absalom stole the hearts of the men of Israel." (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
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## Links: ##
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* __[2 Samuel 15:01 Notes](./01.md)__
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