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King David: A Biography, (Paperback)
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McKenzie reveals how David's ascent to power resulted from a campaign of terror and assassination, showing a ruthless leader rather than a humble shepherd.
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- Through a close and critical reading of biblical texts, ancient history, and recent archeological discoveries, Steven L. McKenzie concludes that David was indeed a real person. This David was not the humble shepherd who slew Goliath and became king, however, but was a usurper, adulterer, and murderer--a Middle Eastern despot of a familiar type. McKenzie shows that the story of humble beginnings is utterly misleading: shepherd is a metaphor for king, and David came from a wealthy, upper-class background. Similarly, McKenzie reveals how David's ascent to power, traditionally attributed to popularity and divine blessing, in fact resulted from a campaign of terror and assassination. While instituting a full-blown Middle Eastern monarchy, David was an aggressive leader, a devious politician, and a ruthless war chief. Throughout his scandalous reign, important figures who stood in his way died at convenient times, under questionable circumstances. Even his own sons were not spared. David's story, writes McKenzie, reads like a modern soap opera, with plenty of sex, violence, and struggles for power.
| Book format | Paperback |
| Fiction/nonfiction | Non-Fiction |
| Genre | Biography & Memoirs |
| Publication date | January, 2002 |
| Pages | 256 |
| Subgenre | Royalty |
| Series title | No Series |
| Edition | Revised Edition |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Original languages | English |
| Language | English |
| Is collectible | N |
| Character | David |
| Binding type | Perfect Binding |
| Recording time | 0 min |
| Retail packaging | Single Piece |
| Assembled product dimensions (l x w x h) | 6.08 x 0.68 x 9.20 in (15.4 x 1.7 x 23.4 cm) |
| Assembled product weight | 0.81 lb (370 grams) |
| Bisac subject heading | Biography & Autobiography |
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Answer: McKenzie argues that David was not a humble shepherd but a tyrannical figure who used terror to secure his power. -
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Answer: This biography emphasizes David's negative traits and ruthless actions rather than his heroic image. -
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Should I read this book alongside the Bible?
Answer: Yes, McKenzie suggests having a Bible on hand to better understand his interpretations and references.
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- David is portrayed as a ruthless usurper and power-hungry politician.
- This biography challenges the traditional image of David as a simple shepherd.
- Key themes include assassination, manipulation, and betrayal in David's rise to power.
- McKenzie highlights the discrepancy between David's public persona and his private actions.
- The book offers a critical analysis backed by biblical texts and archeological findings.
- Readers are encouraged to consult the Bible for a fuller understanding of David's story.
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