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Jonathan caused David to swear again, for the love that he had to him; for he loved him as he loved his own soul.
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An Oath Born from Love
Commentators explain that Jonathan initiated this second oath primarily out of his deep, personal love for David. While protecting his future family was a factor (Ellicott), scholars like John Gill argue the main driver was a desire for an unbreakable bond, born from a 'cordial affection.' Jonathan's love, not just political foresight, was the foundation of their covenant.
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1 Samuel
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19th Century
Anglican
And Jonathan caused David to swear again. —Throughout this touching interview, it is the prince who appears as the suppli…
Baptist
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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Reformed Baptist
And Jonathan caused David to swear again Or Jonathan added to make David swearF21; having sworn himself t…
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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…
