1 Samuel 20

Whither did David flee while Saul was in his trance, how did he lay open his heart to his friend, and how was he answered?

Does Jonathan appear to have been deceived in his father?

What further conversation ensued, and what mode of trial did they agree upon? v. 3—8.

How does Jonathan protest his fidelity to David, and what further conversation had they? V. 9—13.

What additional engagements does he urge David to enter into?

By what token did he agree to give him notice how his father stood affected towards him? V.18—23.

Was David missed at the next monthly feast, and to what did Saul attribute his absence?

Was the feast here spoken of especially commanded in the law? Num. 28.11. Ps. 81.3. N. B. Extraordinary sacrifices were offered upon this occasion, upon a part of which the offerers and their families feasted.

What transpired on the next day, and the day following, and how did Jonathan plead David's excuse? v. 24—29.

How was Saul hereby affected, and how did his rage vent itself?

What humble remonstrance did Jonathan make, and how was it received?

What saying in the Proverbs is naturally suggested by this relation? Prov. 17. 12.

How did Jonathan proceed in the morning to fulfil his promise to David? v. 35—40.

What were the circumstances of their meeting and parting?

Does it appear that they met more than once after this? ch. 23. 16—18.

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