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2 Samuel 13:15 · KJV

"Then Amnon hated her exceedingly; so that the hatred wherewith he hated her was greater than the love wherewith he had loved her. And Amnon said unto her, Arise, be gone."

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Passage Context

13And I, whither shall I cause my shame to go? and as for thee, thou shalt be as one of the fools in Israel. Now therefore, I pray thee, speak unto the king; for he will not withhold me from thee.
14Howbeit he would not hearken unto her voice: but, being stronger than she, forced her, and lay with her.
15Then Amnon hated her exceedingly; so that the hatred wherewith he hated her was greater than the love wherewith he had loved her. And Amnon said unto her, Arise, be gone.
16And she said unto him, There is no cause: this evil in sending me away is greater than the other that thou didst unto me. But he would not hearken unto her.
17Then he called his servant that ministered unto him, and said, Put now this woman out from me, and bolt the door after her.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you deal with feelings of anger or hatred?

2

What does it mean for you to forgive someone who has hurt you?

3

When have you experienced a drastic change in feelings towards someone?

Life Application

forgiveness

Consider the importance of forgiveness in your life. Reflect on how holding onto anger can affect your relationships.

emotional health

Think about how you manage your emotions. What steps can you take to process feelings of anger or resentment in a healthy way?

People in This Verse

AmnonOT

Amnon was the eldest son of King David, known for his tragic and immoral actions regarding his sister Tamar. His story serves as a cautionary tale about unchecked desire and its consequences.

First appearance: 2 Samuel 3:2

TamarOT

Tamar is the daughter-in-law of Judah who takes decisive action to secure her rights and lineage. Her story highlights themes of justice and resilience.

First appearance: Genesis 38:6

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