A woman whom King David falls in love with. She petitions the king regarding her husband Uriah's harsh treatment and his refusal to provide her a child. After David orchestrates Uriah's death in battle, they marry. Their first son dies prematurely, but their second son, Solomon, survives to become heir.
Jonathan's actions preserve the lineage that eventually intersects with Bathsheba's story.
Both women influence David's decisions, creating subtle court rivalries.
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