Absalom

[ ab-suh-luhm ]

noun

1. (in the Bible) the third and favorite son of David, who rebelled against his father and was slain by Joab.
2. a first name: from a Hebrew word meaning “father of peace.”

Absalom

/ ˈæbsələm /

noun

1. Old Testament the third son of David, who rebelled against his father and was eventually killed by Joab (II Samuel 15–18)

Example Sentences

He is a sort of celestial Absalom—vicious, tyrannical, rebellious; but secure of ultimate pardon and rehabilitation.

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The conduct of Absalom, whose beauty and vanity were equalled by his ambition and his ingratitude, has made him forever infamous.

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Upon its door was fastened a battered tin sign showing the words: "Absalom Jayres, Counsellor."

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Amnon, the eldest son, was slain by young Absalom, who waited two years for an opportunity.

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Such of the army as remained loyal engaged in battle with the revolutionary forces attracted to Absalom.

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