Why does David execute the Amalekite who claimed responsibility for Saul’s death, and what does this reveal about David’s view of authority and justice?
Why David Executes the Amalekite and Its Implications for Authority and Justice The story of David executing the Amalekite who claimed responsibility for King Saul’s death is found in 2 Samuel 1:1–16. This event is not merely a historical account; it reveals profound truths about David’s understanding of authority, justice,…