There’s still such an air of mystery surrounding King David. That is, until now. Here’s more than a dozen interesting facts about King David that will ensure you never look at history in quite the same way again!
1. Who was King David?
He was Israel’s second king and established Jerusalem as his capital.
2. What was his life’s dream?
During his life he conquered Jerusalem as he set out to build an enduring empire.
3. Was he successful?
He destroyed the Philistines and their culture so they would never threaten him again.
4. King David plays an interesting dual role in the bible.
King David is portrayed as both a hero and a villain in various parts of the bible.
5. What was the outcome of his Goliath bout?
It’s not known whether he actually killed the giant Goliath.
6. He was supposedly an adulterer.
He is said to have been obsessed with dating the wives of other men.
7. His life faced restrictions upon retelling!
The Book of Chronicles censored his life story to avoid controversy.
8. He came from a big family.
King David was the youngest of 8 children.
9. A famous phrase comes from King David’s misdeeds.
“Speak truth to power” comes from officials confronting him over his infidelity.
by Alexander Dyomin at Mount Zion
10. Family issues continued long after his passing.
His sons would go to war against one another after his death.
11. Does he still walk among us?
Jewish tradition claims he never died and is alive to this day.
12. He had some pretty famous affairs.
He had an affair with Bathsheba – mother of King Solomon.
13. He could’ve been a chart sensation.
David was well known as a singer in his time.
14. He was picked to lead out of complete obscurity.
Samuel chose him to be king of all Israel. This was quite the promotion given he started his career as a humble shepherd!
FAQs about King David
A complex man, according to reports - fairly humble but strong-minded.
King David is said to have married six times, according to Jewish belief.
King David was betrayed during the revolt of Absalom by his counselor, Ahitophel, who joined the opposing side. What kind of man was King David?
How many times did King David marry?
Who betrayed King David?
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