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Who was David in the Bible?
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David was Israel's greatest king—a shepherd boy who defeated Goliath, a musician who wrote many Psalms, and 'a man after God's own heart' (Acts 13:22). Despite his sins with Bathsheba, he repented deeply. Jesus descended from David's line, fulfilling messianic prophecy.
Why this answer? It starts with Acts 13:22, then cross-checks 1 Samuel 17 and 2 Samuel 11-12 so the summary stays anchored in Scripture.
Key Scripture
“I have found in David the son of Jesse a man after my heart, who will do all my will.”
- Acts 13:22
Related Scripture References
- 1 Samuel 17
- 2 Samuel 11-12
- Psalm 51
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