David
king of Israel and Judah
1 books in the database
About the author
David is a biblical figure associated with the kingship of Israel and Judah, and in the Hebrew Bible he is described as the second king of the united Kingdom of Israel. He appears in Jewish and Christian tradition as a central figure of the early monarchy, linked to the House of David. Since this is a biblical figure rather than a modern author, the main entry point here is the body of texts connected to him.
Based on the data, the main work tied to David is Psalms of David, and the genre is psalm. That points to concise, devotional writing shaped by prayer, praise, lament, and reflection. If you are coming to David through the writing attributed to him, expect texts that are intimate in tone and compact in form, with less focus on narrative and more on voice, feeling, and address.
A good place to start is Psalms of David, especially if you are interested in biblical literature, prayerful poetry, or short texts that work through emotion and faith rather than plot. It is a natural starting point for readers who want to meet David through the psalm tradition, and for anyone looking for a brief, accessible entry into this part of the canon.