Death of David of Nathan

Ben Sira 47:1

Curated by Arthur·Told by Maggid·March 24, 2026

And in the eyes of all life, and also after his death he expounded.

And he told the king his ways and lifted from the ground his voice in prophecy.

And also after him arose Natan, to stand forth against David.

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David Women Prophecy Wisdom Death

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