David and Jonathan's relationship has been misrepresented often. They had a very strong bond. Something that I have read and heard about by those, especially, who have served together in the military. What I want to point out is that in the action of Jonathan, he is recognizing that David is going to be the next leader of Israel, not himself. I have said that a truly great leader can allow those around him to receive praise and honor and not feel threatened, but what makes a truly great person is when they can realize that even though they could take the position, they give it to a person more qualified. Jonathan was just such a man. It would have been amazing to see them work together when David became king, but Saul kept that from happening.
Photo by Jacob Elliott on Unsplash (Why this picture? A guy giving up his Harley, enough said)
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