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Barnes' Notes on 1 Samuel 20:14

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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The general meaning is: Jonathan had a presentiment, doubtless from God, that David would be established upon the throne. By God’s mercy he had the comfort, which he well deserved, of knowing that his own posterity would receive kindness at David’s hand (see the marginal references). return to 'Top of Page'
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