“The Price of Sin in David’s House : Absalom’s Vengeance for Tamar” Tamar, the beautiful daughter of King David, was violated by her half-brother Amnon, who pretended to be ill so he could be alone with her. After his terrible act, Amnon rejected Tamar, leaving her broken and ashamed. Her full brother Absalom took her into his home and comforted her, but deep anger grew in his heart. Two years later, Absalom planned his revenge. During a feast, he ordered his servants to kill Amnon as justice fo