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A Prophetic Friendship
Commentators note that Jonathan's request is rooted in a divinely-inspired certainty that David would become king. Despite being the heir apparent, Jonathan foresaw his own family's downfall and David's ultimate triumph as God's will. His plea is an act of faith, securing his family's future by aligning with God's chosen leader.
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1 Samuel
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Samuel 20:14–15
18th Century
Theologian
The general meaning is this: Jonathan had an intuitive sense, doubtless from God, that David would be established on the throne. By God's mercy, he…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Samuel 20:14
19th Century
Bishop
And thou shalt not only while yet I live shew me the kindness of the Lord, that I die not. — The Hebrew of this and the n…
Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Samuel 20:12–15
19th Century
Preacher
And Jonathan said to David, O LORD God of Israel, when I have sounded my father about tomorrow any time, or the third day, and, behold, if ther…
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John Gill
On 1 Samuel 20:14
17th Century
Pastor
And you shall not only, while yet I live, show me the
kindness of the Lord
Such kindn…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Samuel 20:11–23
17th Century
Minister
Jonathan faithfully promises that he would let David know how he found his father disposed towards him. It will be a kindness to ourselves and to o…