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Jonathan spoke good of David to Saul his father, and said to him, Don`t let the king sin against his servant, against David; because he has not sinned against you, and because his works have been very good toward you:

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A Model of Courageous Friendship

Commentators highlight Jonathan's courageous advocacy. As the heir to the throne, he risked his father's anger to defend David. He didn't just offer vague support; he specifically listed David's faithful service, innocence, and heroic deeds, providing a powerful model for standing up for what is right, even when it's difficult.

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Samuel 19:4

19th Century

Bishop

Jonathan spoke well of David. —The heir to the throne—the one above all men most likely to be harmed by David's growing popularity…

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Samuel 19:4

17th Century

Pastor

And Jonathan spoke good of David unto Saul his father
Observed to him what a good man he was, and what good things h…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Samuel 19:1–10

17th Century

Minister

How forcible are right words! Saul was, for a time, convinced of the unreasonableness of his enmity to David; but he continued his malice against D…