The Problem with David: Masculinity and Morality in Biblical Cinema

The King David of the Bible, and especially as portrayed in the books of Samuel, is one of the most complex characters in ancient literature. We are told his story from his youth as a shepherd until his death as king of Israel. He kills a mighty warrior with a slingshot, goes to war with his king an...

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Published in:The journal of religion and film
Main Author: MacGeough, Kevin (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: 2018
In: The journal of religion and film
Further subjects:B David vs. Goliath: Battle of Faith
B masculinity and the Bible
B King David
B Christian cinema
B David and Bathsheba
B David and Goliath
B The Story of David
B Biblical cinema
B The Bible: The Epic Miniseries
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