Old Testament · Major figure
Bathsheba
The wife of Uriah the Hittite who became David's wife and the mother of King Solomon.
Bathsheba was the daughter of Eliam and wife of Uriah the Hittite before becoming a wife of King David. Her story is central to the narrative of David's sin and the subsequent consequences for his house. She later played a pivotal role in securing the throne for her son, Solomon, ensuring his succession as king.
In the text
- Verses
- 11
- Books
- 3
- First appears
- 2 Samuel 11:3
- Last appears
- 1 Chronicles 3:5
Where Bathsheba appears
11 verses · 5 chaptersIn the same books
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- Absalom85 versesThe third son of King David who led a violent rebellion to usurp his father's throne.
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- Adonijah25 versesThe fourth son of David who attempted to seize the throne of Israel before Solomon was established as king.
- Zeruiah23 versesThe sister of King David and mother of his three prominent military commanders: Joab, Abishai, and Asahel.
- Hiram17 versesThe King of Tyre who provided cedar, gold, and skilled craftsmen for the construction of David and Solomon's palaces.
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