2 Samuel 13:39
And the soul of king David longed to go forth unto Absalom: for he was comforted concerning Amnon, seeing he was dead.
2 Samuel 13:39
David’s longing to go to Absalom shows the personal ache of a father who is unable to be near his son due to the unresolved tension. The verse also notes that David was comforted concerning Amnon’s death, meaning that the pain of Amnon’s murder had become a focal point, yet Absalom’s absence added its own sorrow.
This verse emphasizes the divine-human interplay in suffering. God’s sovereignty is at work even as a king experiences paternal grief and longing. It also demonstrates the human need for companionship and restoration in the midst of sorrow.
When a loved one is physically or emotionally distant, cultivate intentional, compassionate reach-out strategies. Plan regular messages, visits, or mediated conversations when possible. Even when bridging the distance is hard, small steps forward keep relationships from dying in silence.
Cross-References
- Psalm 34:18
- Psalm 27:10
- 2 Corinthians 6:11-13
- Hebrews 12:12-13