Name: The unheard story of David and Goliath
Uploaded: 2013-09-30T15:08:14Z
Duration: 15 min 26 s
Description: It's a classic underdog tale: David, a young shepherd armed only with a sling, beats Goliath, the mighty warrior. The story has transcended its biblical origins to become a common shorthand for unlikely victory. But, asks Malcolm Gladwell, is that really what the David and Goliath story is about?

It's a classic underdog tale: David, a young shepherd armed only with a sling, beats Goliath, the mighty warrior. The story has transcended its biblical origins to become a common shorthand for unlikely victory. But, asks Malcolm Gladwell, is that really what the David and Goliath story is about?

Malcolm Gladwell: The unheard story of David and Goliath

The unheard story of David and Goliath

Redefining underdog: David's victory over Goliath isn't improbable luck but strategic mastery, leveraging his slinger's precision.

Goliath's towering presence, often seen as an advantage, hinted at acromegaly, which likely impaired his vision and reaction time.

Ancient sling weaponry, using dense rocks at high speeds, rivals the stopping power of modern handguns, reshaping underdog myths.