The answer is: Absalom

2 Sam 14:26

Absalom's impressive mane could be the envy of anyone trying to grow a luscious head of hair! In 2 Samuel 14:26, it tells us that his hair weighed around two hundred shekels—a hefty amount that equates to about five pounds. In a culture where long hair was often seen as a sign of strength and beauty, Absalom certainly had this down to an art!

But there’s another layer to Absalom’s flowing locks. His hairstyle is not just a static courtly touch; it becomes symbolically laden throughout the narrative. Absalom is famous for his rebellion against his father, King David, and the glitter of his beauty often correlates tar with the turbulence already brewing in his heart. His outward presence mirrors a deeper truth about his character—which regrettably becomes marred by pride and ambition.

Interestingly, in ancient times, hair was not only a personal trait but served various purposes: it could signify someone’s status or even reflect their covenant with God—think of the Nazirite vow which prohibited cutting hair. Absalom’s fate serves as a stern reminder: beauty and strength, while captivating, can dim when put in the shadow of personal conflict and rebellion.

Also, did you know that Absalom was so admired that the phrase “Absalom's form of beauty” has appeared throughout literature as a symbol of youthful, enrapturing charm gone awry? His story resonates through the ages, shopping the depths of human ambition and familial strife. Does life ever seem this complicated today?