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Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper that includes the following:
- A summary of the life and importance of one key person in Jewish history
- An explanation of one key event in the history of Judaism that is connected to that person
- A description of any rituals, symbols, or sacred texts in Judaism associated with this event or person
- Brief explanation of Jewish ethics
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Running Head: HISTORY OF JUDAISM
History of Judaism
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HISTORY OF JUDAISM
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History of Judaism
Summary of life and importance of King David
King David is one of the most significant figures in Judaism. Born in the tribe of Judah,
he lived between 907BCE to 837 BCE and was King of Israel for 40 years. A lot is known about
him, but most of the historical and Biblical narrative focus on his warrior aspect and his
chivalrous relationship with God. David's persona depicts spiritualism and important
accomplishments in Jewish history such as; killing Goliath, reclaiming Jerusalem, The Psalms,
and war victory.
David was anointed King by Prophet Samuel as a young boy without King Saul’s
acknowledgment. He was the youngest son in Jesse’s family. The act was a threat to Saul's
lordship which made him jealous to the point of attempting to kill David on several occasions.
Moreover, David's first display of courage was when he went to war, inexperienced, with a
catapult and stone. Unlike the ordinary armed soldiers, he was vested by the Lord. He invoked
God's name and killed Goliath, a Philistine giant by a throw. It garnered D...
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