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David & Nathan
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David & Nathan
Nathan the prophet is sent by God to waken king David to his sins : David repents, and accepts the evils which Nathan predicts
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Accepts Evils Nathan Predicts Prophet Repents Sins Testament Waken
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This evocative image captures the moment of reckoning between the mighty King David of Israel and the prophet Nathan, as depicted in the Old Testament of the Bible. In this pivotal scene from religious history, Nathan, sent by God, confronts David with the consequences of his sins. The king, once renowned for his strength and wisdom, is now faced with the harsh reality of his actions. David, dressed in royal robes and adorned with a crown, sits solemnly on his throne, his expression a mixture of shock and remorse. Nathan, a wise and aged prophet, stands before him, his fingers pointed in accusation. The prophet's stern gaze and the seriousness of the situation are palpable, as he recounts the story of a rich man who stole a poor man's lamb to feed his guest, while the poor man was left to suffer. David, recognizing the parable as a reflection of his own actions, is struck with guilt. He realizes that he had committed the same sin, taking the wife of Uriah the Hittite and having him killed to cover up his transgression. In this moment, David experiences a profound sense of shame and repentance. The prophet's words have woken the king from his moral slumber, and David accepts the evils that Nathan has foretold. He acknowledges his sins and seeks forgiveness from God, marking a turning point in his reign and in the history of Israel. This powerful image encapsulates the transformative power of divine intervention and the importance of moral accountability.
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