Mother of Royalty
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The circumstances surrounding the birth of King David remain obscure. Legend has it that Nitzeves endured great personal sacrifice in mothering the Sweet Singer of Israel. How is this chapter in King David’s life understood through the lenses of Torah scholarship?
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| Language | English |
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| Paper Type | Research Paper |
| Pages | 15 |
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