Jesse Ben David: A Shepherd Of Bethlehem (1907)

By James Meeker Ludlow

Book Overview

Jesse Ben David: A Shepherd Of Bethlehem is a historical fiction book written by James Meeker Ludlow and originally published in 1907. The story is set in Bethlehem during the time of King David and follows the life of Jesse, a shepherd who becomes a trusted advisor to the king. The book begins with Jesse as a young boy, tending his family's sheep in the hills surrounding Bethlehem. He is a curious and intelligent child, and his natural leadership abilities are quickly noticed by those around him. As he grows older, Jesse becomes more involved in the political and social issues of his time, including the ongoing conflict between the Israelites and the Philistines.Jesse's life takes a dramatic turn when he is chosen by the prophet Samuel to be anointed as the future king of Israel. However, this honor is eventually bestowed upon David, Jesse's youngest son, and Jesse becomes one of David's most trusted advisors and supporters. Throughout the book, Ludlow weaves together biblical and historical events, creating a vivid and engaging portrait of life in ancient Bethlehem. He explores themes of leadership, loyalty, and faith, and provides readers with a unique perspective on one of the most famous stories in the Bible. Overall, Jesse Ben David: A Shepherd Of Bethlehem is a compelling and well-written work of historical fiction that will appeal to readers of all ages and backgrounds.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120304369
• ISBN13: 9781120304360
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"