Key Figures — 2 Samuel 12

5 figures

Nathan
Prophet of God who confronts King David.
Nathan delivers God's message to David, using a parable to reveal David's sin with Bathsheba and Uriah, leading to David's repentance.
Related passages
- 2 Samuel 7 (Nathan delivers God's covenant to David)
- 1 Kings 1 (Nathan supports Solomon's succession)
David
King of Israel who is confronted about his sin.
David is confronted by Nathan about his adultery with Bathsheba and the murder of Uriah. He repents, showing the importance of confession and repentance.
Related passages
- 2 Samuel 11 (David's sin with Bathsheba)
- Psalm 51 (David's psalm of repentance)
Bathsheba
Wife of Uriah and later, wife of David.
Bathsheba is the woman with whom David commits adultery. She later becomes the mother of Solomon.
Related passages
- 2 Samuel 11 (Bathsheba's initial encounter with David)
- 1 Kings 1 (Bathsheba's role in Solomon's succession)
Uriah
Hittite soldier and husband of Bathsheba.
Uriah is a loyal soldier who is deceitfully sent to his death by David to cover up the king's sin.
Related passages
- 2 Samuel 11 (Uriah's loyalty and death)
Solomon
Son of David and Bathsheba.
Solomon is born after the death of David and Bathsheba's first child, signifying God's continued plan and grace.
Related passages
- 1 Kings 1 (Solomon's anointing as king)
- 1 Kings 3 (Solomon's wisdom)

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