Hi AnnieAngie,
The conquest of Bathsheba did make David more the man than the "ruler," yes. That it did so, was at odds with
the devinely appointed standard of rulership of David. He sullied his authority in bagging the babe. Not
sublimating his lust into standard warrior king holy battles, but putting himself into domestic
compromise, was at the cost of power and authority. Just some thoughts, stimulated by your post.
And Bathsheba's husband, he paid a price for this. -- Sent off to battle to die so David could score, as I
remember the story. Not disagreeing with the comments in your post.
