Amnon
Israeli prince
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Amnon was the eldest son of King David of Israel and Judah. He is primarily known for the biblical account in which he raped his half-sister Tamar. This act led to his murder by his half-brother Absalom, who sought revenge for Tamar's honor. Amnon's actions and subsequent death are significant events in the narrative of David's family and the succession to the throne. The biblical texts present him as a figure whose actions had serious repercussions within the royal family.12
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