1 Samuel 20:14 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And thou shalt not only while yet I live shew me the kindness of the LORD, that I die not:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And you must show me God's faithful love not only while I'm still alive, so that I won't die,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jonathan is asking David to show him God's loyal love and protection while he's still living, hoping this will preserve his life.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of Jonathan's plea to David as they make a covenant of friendship. Jonathan, King Saul's son, knows that David will become the next king of Israel, and he's asking David to remember their friendship and protect him when that time comes. This conversation takes place during a dangerous period when Saul is actively trying to kill David out of jealousy.

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