Amnon and Tamar
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Shimon and Levi in Shekhem
Rabbi Amnon BazakThe rape and abduction of Deena and murder of the entire city of Shechem raises a number of moral issues; however; the Torah is vague about its evaluation of the retribution. This article attempts to evaluate Shechem’s actions in light of the biblical text; in comparison with other similar biblical stories.
The Story of Amnon and Tamar (Part I)
Chapter 13 (I)
Rabbi Amnon BazakThe story of Amnon and Tamar opens a long list of tragedies that befall David after his sin with Bat Sheva. This lesson examines the story of Tamar’s rape, and discusses the questions raised by the story.
The Story of Amnon and Tamar (Part II)
Chapter 13 (II)
Rabbi Amnon BazakThis lesson will continue to explore the story of Amnon and Tamar, and discuss the significance of the literary parallels between this story and two episodes in the book of Bereisheet.
A Calamity Upon Your House: The Betrayal of David’s Sons
Dr. Yael Ziegler | Hour and 6 minutesKing David stayed back from leading Bnei Yisrael into battle against Amon, went for a stroll on his rooftop and it was all downhill from there. In an act of sexual violation and bloodshed, David's whole life turns around. His punishment comes in the same manner, sexual violations and bloodshed, through his children. David in his greatness not only accepts his punishment, but welcomes it until the end of his life. He recognized the power he may have abused as a king and lost a part of his inner moral compass, making some very passive decisions, until the very end where Natan Hanavi and Batsheva convey the message that it's time to step up and appoint Shelomo as the heir to the throne.