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Da sa David: «Faren din har forstått hvor mye du bryr deg om meg. Jeg er sikker på at han har sagt: ‘La ikke Jonatan få vite dette, for det vil bare såre ham.’ Men så sant Herren lever, og så sant du lever, kan jeg garantere deg at det bare er et skritt mellom meg og døden.» Jonatan svarte: «Si meg hva jeg kan gjøre for deg. Uansett hva du ber om, vil jeg gjøre det.» David sa til Jonatan: «I morgen er det nymåne, og da skulle jeg sitte og spise sammen med kongen. Men la meg heller få gå og gjemme meg ute på marken. Der vil jeg være til kvelden den tredje dagen. Hvis faren din da virkelig spør etter meg, skal du si at jeg ba deg inntrengende om å få dra til min egen by, Betlehem. Der holdes det visst en årlig tilbedelseshøytid for hele slekten.
What Does This Mean?
David is speaking to Jonathan and saying that his father, Saul, knows David is in Jonathan's good graces. David also mentions that he feels very close to death. This verse shows the deep bond between David and Jonathan and David's perilous situation.
Explained for Children
Imagine you and your best friend are in a really tricky situation. Your friend's dad is a bit scary and doesn't like you, but your friend does. You tell your friend that you're in big trouble, like standing on the edge of a cliff. That's how David feels, but he's talking to Jonathan about it.
Historical Background
This verse is from the book of 1 Samuel, written by Samuel, Nathan, and Gad. It was written around 930 BCE and is set during the time of King Saul and David. The audience would have been the Israelites, and the cultural setting was one of tribal alliances and kingship.
Living It Out Today
In modern times, this verse could apply to a scenario where a person is facing danger or difficulties and is reaching out to a trusted friend for support and understanding. The trust and loyalty between David and Jonathan can be mirrored in any strong friendship.