Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Jonathan answered, “David earnestly asked me for permission to go to Bethlehem. New Living Translation Jonathan replied, “David earnestly asked me if he could go to Bethlehem. English Standard Version Jonathan answered Saul, “David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Bethlehem. Berean Standard Bible Jonathan answered, “David urgently requested my permission to go to Bethlehem, King James Bible And Jonathan answered Saul, David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Bethlehem: New King James Version So Jonathan answered Saul, “David earnestly asked permission of me to go to Bethlehem. New American Standard Bible And Jonathan answered Saul, “David earnestly requested leave of me to go to Bethlehem. NASB 1995 Jonathan then answered Saul, “David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Bethlehem, NASB 1977 Jonathan then answered Saul, “David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Bethlehem, Legacy Standard Bible Jonathan then answered Saul, “David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Bethlehem, Amplified Bible Jonathan answered Saul, “David earnestly asked me for permission to go to Bethlehem. Christian Standard Bible Jonathan answered, “David asked for my permission to go to Bethlehem. Holman Christian Standard Bible Jonathan answered, “David asked for my permission to go to Bethlehem. American Standard Version And Jonathan answered Saul, David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Beth-lehem: English Revised Version And Jonathan answered Saul, David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Beth-lehem: GOD'S WORD® Translation Jonathan answered Saul, "David repeatedly begged me [to let him go] to Bethlehem. Good News Translation Jonathan answered, "He begged me to let him go to Bethlehem. International Standard Version Jonathan answered Saul, "David urgently requested that I let him go to Bethlehem. Majority Standard Bible Jonathan answered, ?David urgently requested my permission to go to Bethlehem, NET Bible Jonathan replied to Saul, "David urgently requested that he be allowed to go to Bethlehem. New Heart English Bible Jonathan answered Saul, and said, "David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Bethlehem. Webster's Bible Translation And Jonathan answered Saul, David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Beth-lehem: World English Bible Jonathan answered Saul, “David earnestly asked permission of me to go to Bethlehem. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Jonathan answers Saul, “David has earnestly asked [permission] from me [to go] to Beth-Lehem, Young's Literal Translation And Jonathan answereth Saul, 'David hath been earnestly asked of me unto Beth-Lehem, Smith's Literal Translation And Jonathan will answer to Saul, Asking, David asked of me even for the House of Bread: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Jonathan answered Saul: He asked leave of me earnestly to go to Bethlehem, Catholic Public Domain Version And Jonathan responded to Saul, “He petitioned me earnestly that he might go to Bethlehem, New American Bible Jonathan explained to Saul: “David pleaded with me to let him go to Bethlehem. New Revised Standard Version Jonathan answered Saul, “David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Bethlehem; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Jonathan answered and said to Saul his father, David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Beth-lehem; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Jonathan answered and said to Shaul his father: “David urgently requested of me that he would go unto Bayth Lekhem his town OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Jonathan answered Saul: 'David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Beth-lehem; Brenton Septuagint Translation And Jonathan answered Saul, and said to him, David asked leave of me to go as far as Bethleem his city; Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jonathan and David Renew Their Covenant…27But on the day after the New Moon, the second day, David’s place was still empty, and Saul asked his son Jonathan, “Why hasn’t the son of Jesse come to the meal either yesterday or today?” 28Jonathan answered, “David urgently requested my permission to go to Bethlehem, 29saying, ‘Please let me go, because our clan is holding a sacrifice in the city, and my brother has told me to be there. So now, if I have found favor in your eyes, please let me go and see my brothers.’ That is why he did not come to the king’s table.”… Cross References 1 Samuel 19:2-3 so he warned David, saying, “My father Saul intends to kill you. Be on your guard in the morning; find a secret place and hide there. / I will go out and stand beside my father in the field where you are, so I can ask about you. And if I find out anything, I will tell you.” 1 Samuel 18:3-4 Then Jonathan made a covenant with David because he loved him as himself. / And Jonathan removed the robe he was wearing and gave it to David, along with his tunic, his sword, his bow, and his belt. 1 Samuel 16:2 “How can I go?” Samuel asked. “Saul will hear of it and kill me!” The LORD answered, “Take a heifer with you and say, ‘I have come to sacrifice to the LORD.’ 1 Samuel 25:29 And should someone pursue you and seek your life, then the life of my lord will be bound securely by the LORD your God in the bundle of the living. But He shall fling away the lives of your enemies like stones from a sling. 1 Samuel 23:16-18 And Saul’s son Jonathan came to David in Horesh and strengthened his hand in God, / saying, “Do not be afraid, for my father Saul will never lay a hand on you. And you will be king over Israel, and I will be your second-in-command. Even my father Saul knows this is true.” / So the two of them made a covenant before the LORD. And David remained in Horesh, while Jonathan went home. 2 Samuel 15:7-9 After four years had passed, Absalom said to the king, “Please let me go to Hebron to fulfill a vow I have made to the LORD. / For your servant made a vow while dwelling in Geshur of Aram, saying: ‘If indeed the LORD brings me back to Jerusalem, I will worship the LORD in Hebron.’” / “Go in peace,” said the king. So Absalom got up and went to Hebron. 2 Kings 4:23 “Why would you go to him today?” he replied. “It is not a New Moon or a Sabbath.” “Everything is all right,” she said. Genesis 31:27 Why did you run away secretly and deceive me, without even telling me? I would have sent you away with joy and singing, with tambourines and harps. Genesis 31:20 Moreover, Jacob deceived Laban the Aramean by not telling him that he was running away. Genesis 31:19 Now while Laban was out shearing his sheep, Rachel stole her father’s household idols. Genesis 31:3 Then the LORD said to Jacob, “Go back to the land of your fathers and to your kindred, and I will be with you.” Genesis 31:13 I am the God of Bethel, where you anointed the pillar and made a solemn vow to Me. Now get up, leave this land at once, and return to your native land.’” Genesis 31:17-18 Then Jacob got up and put his children and his wives on camels, / and he drove all his livestock before him, along with all the possessions he had acquired in Paddan-aram, to go to his father Isaac in the land in Canaan. Matthew 10:16 Behold, I am sending you out like sheep among wolves; therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves. Matthew 12:14 But the Pharisees went out and plotted how they might kill Jesus. Treasury of Scripture And Jonathan answered Saul, David earnestly asked leave of me to go to Bethlehem: 1 Samuel 20:6 If thy father at all miss me, then say, David earnestly asked leave of me that he might run to Bethlehem his city: for there is a yearly sacrifice there for all the family. Jump to Previous Bethlehem Beth-Lehem David Earnestly Jonathan Leave Permission Request SaulJump to Next Bethlehem Beth-Lehem David Earnestly Jonathan Leave Permission Request Saul1 Samuel 20 1. David consults with Jonathan for his safety11. Jonathan and David renew their covenant by oath 18. Jonathan's token to David 23. Saul, missing David, seeks to kill Jonathan 35. Jonathan affectionately takes his leave of David Jonathan answered Jonathan, the son of King Saul and a close friend of David, is speaking here. His loyalty to David is significant, as it demonstrates a deep bond that transcends familial allegiance. Jonathan's role as a mediator between Saul and David highlights the tension between his loyalty to his father and his friendship with David. This moment reflects Jonathan's integrity and willingness to protect David, even at personal risk. David urgently requested my permission to go to Bethlehem Persons / Places / Events 1. JonathanThe son of King Saul and a close friend of David. Known for his loyalty and integrity, Jonathan plays a crucial role in protecting David from Saul's wrath. 2. David The future king of Israel, anointed by Samuel. At this point in the account, David is fleeing from King Saul, who seeks to kill him out of jealousy and fear of losing his throne. 3. Saul The first king of Israel, who becomes increasingly paranoid and hostile towards David, seeing him as a threat to his reign. 4. Bethlehem The hometown of David, located in the territory of Judah. It is significant as the birthplace of David and later, Jesus Christ. 5. The New Moon Festival A religious observance in ancient Israel, marking the beginning of a new month. It was a time for sacrifices and communal meals, during which David's absence is noted. Teaching Points Loyalty and FriendshipJonathan's actions demonstrate the importance of loyalty and selfless friendship. True friends support and protect each other, even at personal risk. Courage in Adversity David's situation teaches us about courage and reliance on God when facing unjust persecution. Trusting in God's plan is crucial, even when circumstances seem dire. The Role of Providence God's providence is evident in the unfolding events. Despite Saul's intentions, God's plan for David's future kingship remains unthwarted, reminding us of God's sovereignty. The Importance of Honesty Jonathan's honest communication with Saul, despite the potential consequences, underscores the value of truthfulness in our relationships. Family and Faith The tension between Jonathan's loyalty to David and his relationship with Saul highlights the challenges of balancing family obligations with faithfulness to God's purposes. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Jonathanיְהוֹנָתָ֖ן (yə·hō·w·nā·ṯān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3083: Jonathan -- 'the LORD has given', the name of a number of Israelites answered, וַיַּ֥עַן (way·ya·‘an) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6030: To answer, respond “David דָּוִ֛ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse urgently requested נִשְׁאֹ֨ל (niš·’ōl) Verb - Nifal - Infinitive absolute Strong's 7592: To inquire, to request, to demand my permission to עַד־ (‘aḏ-) Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while go to Bethlehem, לָֽחֶם׃ (lā·ḥem) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1035: Bethlehem -- 'place of bread', a city in Judah, also a city in Zebulun Links 1 Samuel 20:28 NIV1 Samuel 20:28 NLT 1 Samuel 20:28 ESV 1 Samuel 20:28 NASB 1 Samuel 20:28 KJV 1 Samuel 20:28 BibleApps.com 1 Samuel 20:28 Biblia Paralela 1 Samuel 20:28 Chinese Bible 1 Samuel 20:28 French Bible 1 Samuel 20:28 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Samuel 20:28 Jonathan answered Saul David earnestly asked leave (1Sa iSam 1 Sam i sa) |
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