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The kingdom of Israel faces its greatest threat when the rampaging army of the Philistines marches across its borders. In the forefront of the invaders is a giant warrior, Goliath. This towering behemoth issues a challenge to the Israelites - he will meet in single combat with one man. If Goliath is defeated, the Philistines will be servants of the Israelites. But if Goliath wins, the Israelites will be enslaved. No man steps forth to fight for Israel's survival. Then one boy does: David. Impressed by this display of courage, King Saul entrusts the defense of his kingdom to the shepherd boy. Armed with nothing more than his sling and his faith in God, David walks out to meet his might foe. "David and Goliath" is one in a series of Bible stories as seen through the eyes of three young visitors from the 20th Century.