Remember the ladies and include the men.
After David and Goliath… I read a fictional book and an article where it said Michal stole David from her older sister, Merab. That Michal manipulated David into marrying her. If that’s true, I actually think that deserves applause. Alas, I don’t think that’s the case. I have to say, though, that 1 Samuel 18 is … Read more
Okay, the ever popular question surrounding Jonathan and David:Was Jonathan gay? I don’t know the answer to that. But I wonder how Michal felt about the close relationship of her husband and brother. I see the Princess Caroline of England (1713-1757) relating somewhat to Michal in this case. Caroline was childless and unmarried which caused … Read more
I can’t stress enough how impossible it was for Michal and David to reunite with each other. How could she find David who was on the run? Jonathan would have made a good ally as he was also helping preserve David’s life—but was also busy serving Saul and country. He didn’t seem to have the … Read more