Reading for March 19th

Read 1 Samuel 18.1-5
In 18.1-30: Saul's jealousy of David.
In verses 1-5: These verses interrupt the initial narrative, which continues in v. 6. with the return home after David's victory.
They continue the supplemental material from ch. 17.
In verses 2-3: Jonathan's love for David implies political loyalty in addition to personal affection.
In verse 4: Jonathan's act is highly symbolic.
By giving his royal robe and armor to David, Jonathan, in effect hands over succession to the throne.
In verse 5: This verse is also supplemental.
In the initial narrative David is promoted for quite a different reason (vv. 12-13).
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