In What Ways Does Absalom’s Eventual Murder of Amnon Escalate Family Conflict into Bloodshed? The tragic story of Absalom murdering his half-brother Amnon marks one of the most dramatic turning points in the royal household of King David. What began as a hidden family scandal soon escalated into deadly violence. … Continue reading In what ways does Absalom’s eventual murder of Amnon escalate family conflict into bloodshed?