How old was David when he died?

David lived for 70 years, a span that held immense significance in the history of Israel. His life journey is brimming with tales of triumphs and trials. Unlike many kings, he started as a shepherd—anointed by the prophet Samuel while still a youth, making the story of his rise particularly compelling. Imagine growing from a simple shepherd to the King of Israel, defeating giants like Goliath and uniting the tribes under one banner.

Symbolically, the number 70 carries weight in the Bible; it represents a complete and full life. Interestingly, we see this number pop up in different contexts, like in Genesis where Jacob’s family finds their way into Egypt, totaling 70 people. It paints a picture of completeness, right down to David's diverse family line of bustling sons.

Despite personal flaws—think of his mourning the loss of Absalom or the consequences of his sin with Bathsheba—his life tells the tale of redemption and devotion to God. At David's end, there’s a passing of the torch, as he entrusts Solomon, his son, to continue his legacy. It’s a reminder that our lives are woven into bigger tales than we can often perceive, much like the fascinating narrative woven through the ancestors from whom we all descend. Each age and each challenge lend to the sacred choreography of life's spiritual journey, each year an invaluable note in our own symphonies of faith.