The story was set in 1000 BC. The series follows David's rise from his modest origins as a shepherd to his final kingship. Yes, King Saul in House of David is based on a real historical figure ...

David is summoned to Saul’s court, not for his anointment as king, but for his musical talents. David's destiny hangs at the end of the episode as he performs before the despondent King Saul.

Despite that, "The Song of Moses" throws him right into the deep end as he is summoned by none other than the current king, ...