David

c. 1040–c. 970 BCE

King of Israel in the Hebrew Bible and author of many Psalms.

David (c. 1040–c. 970 BCE) was a king and prophet, born in Bethlehem and died in Jerusalem.

These dates follow tradition and are not established historical facts.

Known as

King and prophet

Category

Religious Figures

Born

c. 1040 BCE, Bethlehem

Died

c. 970 BCE, Jerusalem

Alive at the same time as David

• Solomon c. 990–c. 931 BCE, king

Portrait: Gerard van Honthorst, Public domain.