📖 Parables
Medium
How does Nathan's parable of the rich man and the ewe lamb (2 Samuel 12:1-14) function as a prophetic indictment against David, and what specific legal and cultural principles does it invoke to expose David's sin?
A
It primarily highlights David's failure to follow the Mosaic Law regarding adultery and murder, emphasizing the importance of obedience to divine commandments.
B
It appeals to the cultural value of hospitality and the sacredness of property rights, demonstrating David's violation of these norms through his abuse of royal power.
C
It focuses on David's lack of faith in God's provision, illustrating how his desires led him to covet what belonged to another.
D
It serves as a warning against the dangers of unchecked ambition, showing how David's pursuit of power corrupted his moral judgment.
Reference: 2 Samuel 12:1-14