Add parallel Print Page Options

19 To show how upset she was, Tamar put ashes on her head and tore her special robe and put her hand on her head. Then she went away, crying loudly.

20 Absalom, Tamar’s brother, said to her, “Has Amnon, your brother, forced you to have sexual relations with him? For now, sister, be quiet. He is your half-brother. Don’t let this upset you so much!” So Tamar lived in her brother Absalom’s house and was sad and lonely.

21 When King David heard the news, he was very angry.

Read full chapter

Bible Gateway Recommends

NCV Grace for the Moment Daily Bible  - Slightly Imperfect
NCV Grace for the Moment Daily Bible - Slightly Imperfect
Retail: $19.99
Our Price: $11.89
Save: $8.10 (41%)
5.0 of 5.0 stars
St. Joseph New Catholic Version New Testament And Psalms
St. Joseph New Catholic Version New Testament And Psalms
Retail: $17.95
Our Price: $15.99
Save: $1.96 (11%)
St. Joseph New Catholic Version Psalms
St. Joseph New Catholic Version Psalms
Retail: $14.95
Our Price: $13.29
Save: $1.66 (11%)
St. Joseph New Catholic Version New Testament: Pocket Edition
St. Joseph New Catholic Version New Testament: Pocket Edition
Retail: $13.95
Our Price: $12.59
Save: $1.36 (10%)