Absalom Son of David

Absalom, the royal son of King David, stands in a simple ancient Israelite tunic with a woven sash, headband, and sandals. His youthful face and confident bearing reflect the biblical description of a man admired throughout Israel for his striking appearance. In 2 Samuel 14:25, Scripture notes that no one in Israel was praised for beauty as much as Absalom, yet his outward honor became entangled with ambition, family conflict, and rebellion against his father. This character portrait is suited for teaching on the house of David, the danger of pride, and the contrast between visible attractiveness and faithful obedience before God. by Jeff Preston