Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Da David hadde snakket med Saul, ble han kjent med Jonatan, Sauls sønn. De ble begeistret for hverandre og knyttet dype vennskapsbånd. Fra den dagen David slo Goliat, ble han værende hos Saul. Han lot ikke David dra hjem til faren sin mer.
What Does This Mean?
After David finished speaking to Saul, Jonathan, Saul's son, formed a deep bond with David. Jonathan loved David as much as he loved himself. This verse shows the profound connection between Jonathan and David.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a best friend, and you love them so much that you feel like they are part of you. That's how Jonathan felt about David. He loved David as much as he loved himself.
Historical Background
1 Samuel was written by several authors, including Samuel, Nathan, and Gad, around 1000-900 BC. It was written for the Israelites to understand their history and the importance of following God's will. The cultural setting involves the transition from the period of the judges to the monarchy in Israel.
Living It Out Today
Imagine you have a friend at school who is different from you, but you become very close. This friendship can be like Jonathan and David's bond, showing that true friendship transcends differences.