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Return the ark of God: When people fled invasions, they usually took their idols to prevent enemies from capturing them. If a god was captured, rebels might think the gods had abandoned the ruling family. However, the ark was not just an idol or charm (compare 1 Samuel 4:3–11; 5:6–6:9). It was the main object in the sanctuary and symbolized the presence of the Lord, the God of Israel (see Exodus 40:34–35). David allowed the ark to fall into Absalom’s hands on purpose, trusting in God’s grace and promises (2 Samuel 15:26; see 7:8–16) whether or not the ark was with him.
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Zadok: High priest during the reigns of David and Solomon
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Absalom David Gilead (Place) Joab Kings, Books of First and Second Naioth Nathan Priests and Levites Proverbs, Book of Sadducees Samuel, Books of First and Second Zadok
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Abiathar: High Priest--Called Ahimelech: Loyal to David when Absalom Rebelled Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant of God Christian Minister: Non-Partisan in Politics David: King of Israel: David's Flight from Jerusalem Politics: Ministers in Zadok the Priest, a Partisan of David Removed from Jerusalem by Zadok at the Time of Absalom's Revolt, but Returned by Command of David Zadok: Removes the Ark of the Covenant from Jerusalem at the Time of Absalom's Usurpation