Jesse

Jesse was the father of David, the second king of Israel, and a significant figure in the biblical narrative. He was from Bethlehem and is mentioned in the context of the anointing of David by the prophet Samuel. Jesse's lineage is noted in the genealogy of Jesus.[RUT 4:17][RUT 4:22][1SA 16:1]

1. Anointing of David

   Jesse's son David is anointed by Samuel to be the future king of Israel.[1SA 16:1][1SA 16:11]

2. David's Service to Saul

   David, after being anointed, is brought to serve in the court of King Saul, initially as a musician.[1SA 16:19][1SA 16:22]

• son: David[1SA 16:11][1SA 17:12]

Jesse is important as the patriarch of the Davidic line, which is central to the biblical history of Israel and the messianic prophecies. His family is significant in the genealogies of both the Old and New Testaments.[MAT 1:5][MAT 1:6][ISA 11:1]