1 Samuel 23:16-18
Christian Standard Bible
16 Then Saul’s son Jonathan came to David in Horesh and encouraged him in his faith[a] in God,(A) 17 saying, “Don’t be afraid, for my father Saul will never lay a hand on you. You yourself will be king over Israel,(B) and I’ll be your second-in-command. Even my father Saul knows it is true.”(C) 18 Then the two of them made a covenant in the Lord’s presence.(D) Afterward, David remained in Horesh, while Jonathan went home.
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- 23:16 Lit and strengthened his hand
1 Samuel 23:16-18
International Standard Version
16 Saul’s son Jonathan got up and went to David at Horesh, and he encouraged him to trust[a] in God. 17 Jonathan told him, “Don’t be afraid. My father Saul won’t find you, and you will be king over Israel. I’ll be your second-in-command. My father Saul also knows this.” 18 The two of them made a covenant[b] in the Lord’s presence. David remained at Horesh while Jonathan went home.
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- 1 Samuel 23:16 Lit. he strengthened his hand
- 1 Samuel 23:18 Or agreement
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