Of all the figures in the Bible, David is arguably the most complicated and enigmatic. A warrior, a king, a poet, a servant of God, he is also a schemer, a deceiver, and an adulterer. His life and place in the Bible have inspired multiple and sometimes contradictory interpretations. In this class we will begin with an overview of David’s rise to power and then read closely sections of 2 Samuel (chapters 11-19) that describe his fall from power and finally observe some of the Biblical authors’ own perplexities about David as a leader of Israel.

No Bibles are necessary. The relevant text from 2 Samuel will be provided in class.

Note: This course is part of Osher's "A Little of This and That" series. We’ve gathered some of our finest Study Leaders from across the fields of science, religion, culture, literature, music, and hands-on crafting. If you’ve never taken an Osher class, try us out and discover what makes the Osher experience so rewarding. If you’re already a member, this is a perfect opportunity to explore new ideas, reconnect with friends, and continue to challenge and delight your mind.

We look forward to seeing you this spring.

COST:

$10 per Osher member
$15 per non-member

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