Tamar's Plea

Exegetical Approaches

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Tamar was speaking the truth as there was no legal impediment to the two getting married.

Tamar knew that David would never approve of the marriage, but was grasping at straws hoping that her words would convince Amnon to release her.

Sources:Tamar was unaware of the law, and truly believed that David would allow the marriage.