The story of Bathsheba
Bathsheba was a woman in the Old Testament of the Bible, best known for her role in the story of King David. She was the wife of Uriah the Hittite, but was sought after by King David, who committed adultery with her and arranged for Uriah to be killed in battle. Bathsheba later became one of David's wives and gave birth to King Solomon, who became one of the most famous and powerful kings in the history of Israel.
Name meaning
The name Bathsheba has Hebrew origins and is most commonly known from the Bible. In Hebrew, Bathsheba (בַּת־שֶׁבַע or Bathsheva) means "daughter of the oath" or "daughter of abundance." Bathsheba is a significant biblical figure, known for being the wife of King David and the mother of King Solomon in the Old Testament. Her story is associated with themes of loyalty, repentance, and maternal influence in the royal lineage of Israel.
Name origin
Hebrew
Role
Queen Mother
First mention
2 Samuel 11:3
Appearances in the Bible
11 mentions
In Hebrew
בת שבע