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Which Prophet Condemned David?
Which Prophet Condemned David?
Sarah Jenkins••7 min read
In 1 Kings 1:8–45 it is Nathan who tells the dying David of the plot of Adonijah
Adonijah
After the death of his elder brothers Amnon and Absalom, Adonijah considered himself the heir-apparent to the throne. He acquired chariots and a large entourage. The king was unaware of this being he was “stricken in years” with his health failing him, and was in a different city.
to become king, resulting in Solomon being proclaimed king instead. Nathan presides at the anointing of King Solomon, and his name appears in Handel's coronation anthem "Zadok the Priest".
Who was the prophet that confronted David with his adultery?
The prophet Nathan soon after confronted David about this murder, by first telling him a parable of a rich man and a poor man: The rich man had many sheep, while the poor man had only one little ewe, whom he cared for greatly.
Who was the prophet who pointed out David's sin?
The Lord sends the prophet Nathan to point out David's sin.
Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.
