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Jonathan, Saul`s son, arose, and went to David into the wood, and strengthened his hand in God.
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The Model of Godly Friendship
Commentators highlight Jonathan as a model of godly friendship. He took a significant risk and traveled a long way to find David. His encouragement was selfless, celebrating David's future kingship over his own, and most importantly, he directed his despairing friend back to the promises and faithfulness of God.
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1 Samuel
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18th Century
Presbyterian
This is a touching example of mutual faithfulness between friends. The humility and unselfish love of Jonathan are apparent in [Reference 1 Samuel …
19th Century
Anglican
And Jonathan Saul’s son arose, and went to David. — Some have suggested that the account of the last interview between th…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Jonathan, Saul's son, arose And came from Gibeah, which, according to Bunting F15 , was twenty two miles f…
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David made no attempt against Saul; he kept God's way, waited God's time, and was content to secure himself in woods and wildernesses. Let it make …
