Archive for May 21st, 2009

Why did Michal despise David in her heart?

Q. I need some help. II Samuel 6:16 says Michal “despised him in her heart” (NKJV)/”was disgusted with him” (TEV). My wife has asked me why Michal’s attitude changed towards David. What happened? My research has not given me an adequate explanation. So, I come to my resident rabbi for help.

A. Dear Reverend Don,

As per our earlier conversation on this subject, David never particularly cared for the royal pomp that went with being king. In his heart of hearts, David ...

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