2 Samuel 14:27-29

Easy-to-Read Version

²⁷ Absalom had three sons and one daughter. Her name was Tamar, and she was a beautiful woman.

Absalom Forces Joab to Come See Him

²⁸ Absalom lived in Jerusalem for two full years without being allowed to visit King David. ²⁹ Absalom sent a message to Joab, asking for permission to see the king, but Joab refused to come see him. So Absalom sent a second message to Joab. Again, Joab refused to come see him.