King David of Israel, tormented by guilt and driven by his own desires, sends his army to battle while he remains in Jerusalem. One evening, from his palace rooftop, David spots Bathsheba, the beautiful wife of his loyal soldier Uriah, bathing. Overcome with lust, David summons her to his palace, leading to a forbidden affair that casts a shadow over his reign. When Bathsheba reveals she is pregnant, David attempts to cover up the transgression by recalling Uriah from the battlefield and urging him to go home to his wife. However, Uriah's sense of duty prevents him from seeking comfort at home while his comrades are at war.

David's frustration grows as Uriah remains steadfast, and he ultimately arranges for Uriah to be placed on the front lines where he is killed in battle. The king takes Bathsheba as his wife, but their union brings turmoil rather than happiness. A prophet arrives, revealing God's displeasure with David's actions, and foretelling dire consequences for his sins. Overwhelmed by remorse and facing divine judgment, David must confront the moral and spiritual crisis provoked by his desire for Bathsheba and seek redemption in the eyes of God and his people.