Saul, a cursed king? David's arrival at Saul's court (continued)

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In some texts, Saul is presented as a cursed king, even a tragic figure. As soon as he is installed, he is rejected by Yhwh. This rejection goes hand in hand with the arrival of young David at Saul's court, of which there are two different versions.

Saul, a cursed king? David's arrival at Saul's court (continued)

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Thomas Römer

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