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On David, Giant Slayer | Not Your Mama’s Sunday School Story | With Fr. Stephen De Young

The Nathan Jacobs Podcast

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Revisiting David: Complexity and Interpretation

This chapter examines the intricate nature of biblical narratives, focusing on King David and the Philistines, highlighting the gaps and motives that invite deeper analysis. It critiques modern interpretations that often display bias in understanding Israelite actions versus those of other cultures, while contrasting simplified narratives with more nuanced scholarly perspectives.

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