A name from Scripture
David
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Meaning
Beloved
Hebrew origin · Boy · First in 1 Samuel
What it points to
The name David reminds us that God looks at the heart, not outward appearances. To be "beloved" of God is the highest calling — and David's life shows that even flawed individuals can walk closely with the Lord through repentance and worship.
Verses · King James Version
“And he sent, and brought him in. Now he was ruddy, and withal of a beautiful countenance, and goodly to look to. And the LORD said, Arise, anoint him: for this is he.”
1 Samuel 16:12
“But now thy kingdom shall not continue: the LORD hath sought him a man after his own heart.”
1 Samuel 13:14