David: Biblical Portraits of Power

Studies on Personalities of the Old Testament

by Marti J. Steussy

In David, Marti J. Steussy provides a critical examination of the man who receives more attention from the Old Testament's writers than any other human character. This volume, written for the nonspecialist, explores the Hebrew Bible's three major portraits of David - found in 1 and 2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles, and Psalms - and what each implies about the relation between divine and worldly power.

251 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1998

Reviews

[Bob Price · Rating 3 out of 5]

A decent overview of the biblical narratives concerning David.