Unraveling the David Story: Shaping Historical Narratives

Exploring the manipulation of historical narratives in ancient texts, this chapter delves into the complexities of the biblical David story. It analyzes how biblical stories like David's are crafted to present a favorable perspective, despite depicting morally challenging events. The discussion sheds light on character portrayals, storytelling techniques, and the nuanced portrayal of Joab as David's right-hand man.