The answer is: Tamar

2 Sam 13:1,15

Ah, the story of Amnon and Tamar—a tale with deep and tangled roots! To kick things off, the dynamics of this relationship are not just personal but also harrowing. Amnon, son of King David, fell fervently in love with Tamar, his half-sister. Early on, it may seem like an innocent love story, but tragedy awaits.

After Amnon consumed by his passion, tricks Tamar into a compromising situation, his so-called love quickly turns poisonous. Upon achieving his desire, he casts her aside in disgust—hating her even more than he had loved her. This brings to light a poignant truth about the nature of love: love fueled by lust can morph into shame and aversion. It’s a stark reminder of how fragile human emotions can be when they lack principled foundations.

This narrative sheds light on broader themes, including abuse of power, betrayal, and the tragic consequences of misplaced affections. Interestingly, Tamar's story isn’t isolated in Scripture. Her plight reflects a recurring Biblical echo of women whose lives stitch together painful themes of victimization and resilience, like Leah and Dinah.

Tamar herself becomes a symbol of dignity amid suffering. Numerous tales in the Bible converge on this idea that exploitation can push individuals—especially women—into corners where they must find their own strength. It inspires reflection on how society treats its vulnerable and serves as a call to righteousness and justice in both relationships and overarching moral conduct.