It is not uncommon for biblical stories to find their way into mainstream media, and the latest to do so is Prime Video ‘s House of David . Bringing one of the most notable biblical narratives to life, stemming from an idea of creator and writer Jon Erwin, House of David chronicles the rise of the humble shepherd boy known to many as King David . What is the biblical story of King David about? House of David breathes new life into the ancient tale about David and Goliath. In the Bible, much like in the show, we meet David when he is a humble shepherd boy, soon to take on the role of a leader after King Saul, who eventually loses his divine favor as the first monarch of Israel. Revered for its lesson on maintaining faith amid adversary, courage, and an overall story about resilience, the battle of David versus Goliath takes a greater peek inside, fervently relying on God even when the odds are stacked against you. Detailed in 1 Samuel 17, David takes on the Philistine giant Goliath...