David
Shepherd boy who became king of Israel, slayer of Goliath, and traditional author of Psalms. David's journey from humble origins to kingship embodies divine selection and the hero's rise. His deep relationship with God expressed in psalms demonstrates spirituality through art. David's adultery with Bathsheba and its consequences show the flawed hero who repents. He represents the warrior-poet, the beloved of God, and the messianic lineage.
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