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Who Was David in the Bible?
The short version, the key verse, and three quiz questions to check what you remember.
David was the shepherd who became Israel’s greatest king.
The youngest son of Jesse, David was anointed by Samuel while still a shepherd. He defeated Goliath, became king, made Jerusalem his capital and wrote many psalms. He sinned seriously with Bathsheba but repented, and God promised that his throne would last forever, a promise fulfilled in Jesus, the Son of David.
Key verse
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.Psalm 23:1 (KJV)
Where to read about David
1 Samuel 16 – 1 Kings 2; Psalms; Acts 13:22
Quick quiz
1. Which giant did David defeat?
Goliath.
2. What was David’s job before he was king?
A shepherd.
3. Who was David’s father?
Jesse.
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