Nathan’s Confrontation

Overview

• Testament: Old
• Book: 2 Samuel
• Chapters: 2 Samuel 12
• Summary: Nathan confronts David with the parable of the ewe lamb and declares God’s judgment.

Details

Nathan’s story leads David to condemn a rich oppressor before revealing that David himself is the man. David confesses, but forgiveness does not remove temporal consequences. The rebuke explains the turmoil that will soon erupt in David’s own house.

Key People Involved

• Nathan
• David
• Bathsheba

Key Places

• Jerusalem

Important Verses

“And Nathan said to David, Thou art the man.” - 2 Samuel 12:7

Cross-References

• Related events: David & Bathsheba, Death of First Child
• Related books: 2 Samuel, Psalm 51

Notes

Nathan’s confrontation shows prophetic courage and the impossibility of hiding sin before God.