David used music and songwriting to process hardship, depression, and trauma.

Based on the provided search results which mention a “ Book of David ” in the context of a 2018 lesson on depression and 1 Samuel 22, as well as general biblical scholarship on King David’s life,

David is hunted, terrified, and lonely, with "his soul in prison".

David extended mercy to his enemy, Saul, highlighting a capacity for forgiveness that defined his leadership. 4. The Psalms as a Record of the Inner Life

This paper explores the "minor key" of David's life—his time in the Cave of Adullam and similar periods of despair—to highlight his humanity and reliance on divine grace. 2. The Context: The Cave of Adullam (1 Samuel 22)