About the book
David, King of the Jews, possessed every flaw and failing of which a mortal is capable, yet men and women adored him, and God showered him with many blessings. A charismatic leader, exalted as “a man after God’s own heart,” he was also capable of deep cunning and bloodthirsty violence. Weaving together biblical texts with centuries of interpretation and commentary, as well as the startling discoveries of modern biblical archaeology and scholarship, bestselling author Jonathan Kirsch brings King David to life with extraordinary freshness, intimacy, and vividness of detail, revealing him in all his glory and fallibility. At the center of this taut, dramatic narrative stands a hero of flesh and blood–a man as vibrant and compelling today as he has been for millennia.
Editions of King David
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780345432759
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780345435057
- EBook
- ISBN 9780307567819
- Audiobook
- ISBN 9780736655965
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9781415910818
- AudioDisc
- ISBN 9780736668675
- AudioDisc
- ISBN 9780736677820
Read an Excerpt
David, King of the Jews, possessed every flaw and failing of which a mortal is capable, yet men and women adored him, and God showered him with many blessings. A charismatic leader, exalted as “a man after God’s own heart,” he was also capable of deep cunning and bloodthirsty violence. Weaving together biblical texts with centuries of interpretation and commentary, as well as the startling discoveries of modern biblical archaeology and scholarship, bestselling author Jonathan Kirsch brings King David to life with extraordinary freshness, intimacy, and vividness of detail, revealing him in all his glory and fallibility. At the center of this taut, dramatic narrative stands a hero of flesh and blood–a man as vibrant and compelling today as he has been for millennia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King David about?
David, King of the Jews, possessed every flaw and failing of which a mortal is capable, yet men and women adored him, and God showered him with many blessings. A charismatic leader, exalted as “a man after God’s own heart,” he was also capable of deep cunning and bloodthirsty violence. Weaving together biblical texts with centuries of interpretation and commentary, as well as the startling discoveries of modern biblical archaeology and scholarship, bestselling author Jonathan Kirsch brings King David to life with extraordinary freshness, intimacy, and vividness of detail, revealing him in all his glory and fallibility. At the center of this taut, dramatic narrative stands a hero of flesh and blood–a man as vibrant and compelling today as he has been for millennia.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in King David?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Biography and non-fiction prose > Biography: general > Biography: religious and spiritual
Where can I read a sample of King David?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780345432759
Who is/are the Author/s of the book King David?
Jonathan Kirsch
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
King David is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780345432759) and paperback(ISBN 9780345435057) and ebook(ISBN 9780307567819) and audiobook(ISBN 9780736655965) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9781415910818) and audiodisc(ISBN 9780736668675) and audiodisc(ISBN 9780736677820)
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