1 Samuel Quotes: Sources, Meanings & Themes
Browse quotations represented under 1 Samuel with named sources, context notes, meanings and recurring themes.
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“The soul of Jonathan was knit with the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul.”
Meaning & context
The image of two lives being knit together describes friendship as deep attachment rather than casual acquaintance or temporary convenience.
Source details
1 Samuel 18:1 in the King James Version; the verse introduces the bond between Jonathan and David.
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“Jonathan caused David to swear again, because he loved him: for he loved him as he loved his own soul.”
Meaning & context
Jonathan’s repeated covenant with David presents friendship as loyalty strong enough to carry obligation even under political and family pressure.
Source details
1 Samuel 20:17 in the King James Version; Jonathan renews his covenant with David.
