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A sharp, skeptical look at the life of David and the claims of his piety. This edition revisits the biblical narrative through a critical lens, questioning venerable stories and weighing motives, actions, and consequences with careful skepticism. It frames the drama of kingship, loyalty, and power as a debate about character and legitimacy.
This book presents a provocative interpretation of David’s rise to power, his decisions in war and peace, and the political maneuvering that shaped Israel’s history. It contrasts traditional piety with controversial actions, inviting readers to reconsider what counts as virtue in ancient leadership.
- Critical analysis of David’s leadership, motives, and moral judgments.
- Examination of political strategy, loyalty, and the use of power in a divided kingdom.
- Discussion of how biblical texts are interpreted and debated by modern critics.
- Contextual notes that place the narrative within broader questions of faith and evidence.
David’s life is examined not to condemn religion but to explore how history, interpretation, and rhetoric shape our understanding of virtue and memory. Ideal for readers of biblical criticism, historical analysis, and debates over faith and authority.
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The Life of David, or the History of the Man After God's Own Heart
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book re-examines the life of David, the second king of a small nation that would become one of great historical significance in the ancient world. The author reframes David as a figure of unexpected complexity, whose journey from shepherd boy to the national icon of the Jewish people was filled with both virtues and vices. The book also sheds light on the brutal realities of political life in the ancient Near East, where kingship regularly involved tactical assassinations, polygamy, sexual violence, and the accumulation of wives, land, and wealth. David's story thus offers a unique perspective on the complex political, religious, and social issues that swirled around the origins of Western civilization in this tumultuous period. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333106287_0
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The Life of David, or the History of the Man After God's Own Heart Classic Reprint
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The Life of David, or the History of the Man After God's Own Heart (Classic Reprint)
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Forgotten Books, 2018
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Etat : Like New. In unused condition, may show some slight shelf wear, but otherwise unread. This title was digitally scanned from a rare, out of print edition, and will have some visual artifacts from that process. N° de réf. du vendeur #270C-0024
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