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I Samuel Chapter 14

THE PROPHETS

I SAMUEL

SHMUEL I

The Books of I and II Samuel, also known as the Books of Samuel (originally one book), recount the life and times of the prophet Samuel, the establishment of the Israelite monarchy, and the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. Samuel (Shmuel in Hebrew) anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel with the approval of G-d and at His command.

Samuel is the greatest of all the judges, and a prophet who was of the same stature of Moses and Aaron.

The most coverage of this book in its context is centered in the life of David. Known as man of faith, unselfish leader, great warrior, loyal friend, compassionate in victory, humble in defeat, and model of repentance.

Chapter 14

I Samuel Chapter 14 Tells The Tale About Jonathan — The Son of King Saul

To G-d’s Favor

In this chapter, you will learn that there are exemptions to the rule.

As Saul’s (king of Israel) decree against his son was overruled by the majority to G-d’s favor.

*Genuine innocence G-d may consider.

“Jonathan”

It happened one day that Jonathan son of Saul said to the attendant who bore his armor, “Come let us cross over to the Philistine garrison that is on the other side,” but he did not tell his father.
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The men of the garrison called out to Jonathan and his armor-bearer, saying, “Come up to us! We have something to tell you!” Jonathan then said to his armor-bearer, “Come up after me, for Hashem has delivered them into the hand of Israel!”
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Saul and the entire people with him mustered and came into the battle, And behold! every [Philistine] man’s sword was turned against his colleague — a very great panic!
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So Hashem saved Israel on that day and the battle passed by Beth-aven.
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The people of Israel were hard pressed on that day, and Saul adjured the people, saying, “Cursed be the man who shall eat food until the evening, when I shall be avenged of my enemies.” So the entire people did not taste food.
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But Jonathan had not heard when his father adjured the people, so he stretched out the edge of the staff that was in his hand, and dipped it into the nectar of the cane; he then brought his hand to his mouth and his eyes lit up.
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Then one of the people called out and said, “Your father has adjured the people saying, ‘Cursed be the man who eats food today,’ and the people have become weary.”
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The people swooped down upon the spoils, and took sheep, cattle, and young cattle. They slaughtered them on the ground, and the people ate with the blood.
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They told Saul, saying. “Behold! — the people are sinning to Hashem by eating with the blood!” He said, “You have transgressed. Roll over to me a large boulder today.”
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For as Hashem, the Savior of Israel lives, even if the sin is found to be with my son Jonathan, he shall surely die!” But no one of all the people answered him.
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Saul said to Hashem, “God of Israel, produce a flawless [verdict]!” [The side of] Jonathan and Saul was singled out, and the people were absolved.
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But the people said to Saul, “Shall Jonathan die, he who has achieved this great salvation for Israel? A sacrilege! — as Hashem lives, not a hair of his head shall fall to the ground, for he has acted for God’s sake this day!” So the people redeemed Jonathan and he did not die.
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The war against the Philistines was intense all the days of Saul. Whenever Saul saw any mighty warrior or military strategist, he would take him to himself [into his army].
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1 And it came to pass one day, that Jonathan the son of Saul said to the youth who bore his weapons, “Come, and let us cross to the garrison of the Philistines which is on the other side yonder.” But he did not tell his father.
2 Now Saul was staying in the outskirts of Gibeah, under the pomegranate tree which was in Migron, and the people who were with him, were about six hundred men.
3 And Ahiah, the son of Ahitub, the brother of Ichabod, the son of Phinehas, the son of Eli, the priest of the Lord in Shiloh, wearing an ephod; and the people did not know that Jonathan had gone.
4 And between the sides which Jonathan sought to cross to the garrison of the Philistines, there was a rocky crag from this side, and a rocky crag from this side; the name of one being Bozez, and the name of the other being Seneh.
5 One crag was situated from the north, opposite Michmash, and one opposite Geba.
6 And Jonathan said to the youth, who bore his weapons, “Come, and let us go to the garrison of these uncircumcised; perhaps the Lord will act on our behalf, for with the Lord there is no limitation to save with many or with few.”
7 And his weapon-bearer said to him, “Do all that is in your heart. Turn to you. Behold, I am with you according to your heart.”
8 And Jonathan said, “Behold, we are crossing to the men, and we shall reveal ourselves to them.
9 If they say thus to us, ‘Wait! Until we reach you,’ then we shall stand in our place, and we shall not go up to them.
10 And if they say thus, ‘Come up to us,’ then we shall go up, for the Lord has given them into our hand, and this will be the sign for us.”
11 And both of them revealed themselves to the garrison of the Philistines, and the Philistines said, “Behold, Hebrews are emerging from the holes wherein they hid themselves.”
12 And the men of the garrison called to Jonathan and his weapon-bearer, and said, “Come up to us, and we shall tell you something.” And Jonathan said to his weapon- bearer, “Come up after me, for the Lord has given them into the hand of Israel.”
13 And Jonathan climbed up on his hands and on his feet, with his weapon-bearer after him, and they fell before Jonathan, and his weapon-bearer was slaying after him.
14 And the first slaughter which Jonathan and his weapon-bearer made, was about twenty men, in about half a furrow (which) a yoke (of oxen plow in) a field.
15 And there was a trembling in the camp and the field, and among the people; the garrison and the raiders also trembled, and the earth quaked and became a trembling inspired by God.
16 And Saul’s lookouts in Gibeah of Benjamin, and behold the multitude was wandering, and it was coming closer.
17 And Saul said to the people who were with him, “Inspect now, and see who is gone from among us.” And they inspected, and behold, Jonathan and his weapon-bearer were not there.
18 And Saul said to Ahiah, “Bring near the Ark of God,” for the Ark of God was on that day with the children of Israel.
19 And it was, while Saul still spoke to the priest, that the tumult which was in the camp of the Philistines was continuously increasing, and Saul said to the priest, “Withdraw your hand.”
20 And Saul and all the people who were with him, gathered, and came to the battle, and behold, every man’s sword was against his fellow, (because there was) a very great confusion.
21 And the Hebrews (who) were with the Philistines as previously, who went up with them in the camp round about, they too (turned) to be with the Israelites who were with Saul and Jonathan.
22 And all the people who were hiding in Mt. Ephraim, heard that the Philistines had fled, and they too pursued closely behind them in the battle.
23 And the Lord saved Israel on that day, and the battle passed Beth-aven.
24 And the men of Israel were hard pressed on that day, and Saul adjured the people, saying, “Cursed be the man who will eat food until evening, until I shall be avenged of my enemies,” and none of the people tasted any food.
25 And all (the people of) the land came in the forest, and there was honey on the ground.
26 And the people came into the forest, and behold, a flow of honey, but no one put his hand to his mouth for the people feared the oath.
27 But Jonathan had not heard when his father had adjured the people, and he extended the end of the staff which was in his hand, and dipped it into the honeycomb, and when he brought back his hand to his mouth, his eyes brightened.
28 And one man of the people called out and said, “Your father adjured the people, saying, ‘Cursed be the man who eats food today,’ and the people have become faint.”
29 And Jonathan said, “My father has perturbed the land. See now that my eyes have brightened, for I have tasted a little of this honey.
30 How much more, if the people had eaten today of the spoils of their enemies, which they found, would there not now have been a greater slaughter among the Philistines?”
31 And they smote the Philistines that day, from Michmash to Ajalon, and the people became very faint.
32 And the people flew to the spoil, and took sheep, and oxen, and calves, and they slaughtered on the ground, and the people ate with the blood.
33 And they told Saul, saying, “Behold, the people are sinning against the Lord, by eating with the blood.” And he said, “You have transgressed; roll a huge stone to me this day.”
34 And Saul said, “Disperse among the people, and you shall say to them, ‘Bring near to me each man his ox and each man his lamb, and you shall slaughter here, and you shall eat, and you shall not sin against the Lord by eating with the blood.’ ” And all the people brought near, each man his ox that night, and they slaughtered there.
35 And Saul built an altar to the Lord; with that one he started to build an altar to the Lord.
36 And Saul said, “Let us go down after the Philistines at night, and plunder among them until the morning light, and let us not leave a man among them. ” And they said, “Do all that is good in your eyes.” Whereupon the priest said, “Let us draw near here to God.”
37 And Saul asked of God, “Shall I go down after the Philistines? Will you deliver them into the hand of Israel?” But He did not answer him on that day.
38 And Saul said, “Draw near here, all you chiefs of the people, and know and see wherein was this sin today.
39 For as the Lord lives, who saves Israel, for though it be in Jonathan my son, he will die,” and there was no one who answered him from among all the people.
40 And he said to all Israel, “You will be to one side, and I and my son Jonathan will be to one side.” And the people answered Saul, “Do what is good in your eyes.”
41 And Saul said to the Lord God of Israel, “Give a perfect lot,” whereupon Jonathan and Saul were taken, and the people escaped.
42 And Saul said, “Cast lots between me and Jonathan my son;” and Jonathan was taken.
43 And Saul said to Jonathan, “Tell me; what have you done?” And Jonathan told him and said, “I but tasted a bit of honey with the end of the staff which is in my hand. Here I am; let me die.”
44 And Saul said, “So shall God do, and so shall He continue; for you shall die, Jonathan.”
45 And the people said to Saul, “Shall Jonathan, who has wrought this great salvation in Israel, die? Far be it. As the Lord lives, not one hair of his head shall fall to the ground, for he has worked with God this day.” And the people redeemed Jonathan, and he did not die.
46 And Saul went up from (pursuing) after the Philistines, and the Philistines went to their place.
47 And Saul took the kingdom over Israel, and he waged war against his enemies on every side, against Moab, and against the children of Ammon, and against Edom, and against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines, and wherever he would turn, he would cause them to tremble.
48 And he gathered an army, and he smote Amalek, and he saved Israel from the hand of its plunderer.
49 And the sons of Saul were Jonathan, and Ishvi, and Malchishua; and the names of his daughters, the name of the firstborn was Merab, and the name of the younger was Michal.
50 And the name of Saul’s wife was Ahinoam, the daughter of Ahimaaz; and the name of the commander of his army was Abiner, the son of Ner, Saul’s uncle.
51 And Kish, the father of Saul, and Ner, the father of Abner, were sons of Abiel.
52 And the war against the Philistines was severe all the days of Saul; when Saul saw any valiant man or any soldierly man, he would bring him in to himself.

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The Book of Joshua, in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible, narrates the entry of the Children of Israel into the Promised Land of Canaan and their conquest and partition of the land under the leadership of Joshua, as Moses’ successor. It details the Israelites’ miraculous crossing of the Jordan River, the fall of Jericho, the battles of Ai and Gibeon, and the division of the land among the twelve tribes. Joshua resonates with Moses, in which he exhorts the Israelites to remain faithful to G-d and His commandments.
Judges chronicles the history of the Israelites during the period between the conquest of the Land of Israel and the establishment of the monarchy. It contains accounts of the heroic deeds of various judges who led and rescued the Israelites from their enemies. The book also provides valuable insights into the spiritual and moral challenges faced by the Israelites during that time. The cycle of sin is clearly seen in the book of Judges (Shoftim in Hebrew).

The Books of I and II Samuel, also known as the Books of Samuel, recount the life and times of the prophet Samuel, the establishment of the Israelite monarchy, and the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. Samuel (Shmuel in Hebrew) anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel with the approval of G-d and at His command.

The Books of I and II Samuel, also known as the Books of Samuel, recount the life and times of the prophet Samuel, the establishment of the Israelite monarchy, and the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. Samuel (Shmuel in Hebrew) anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel with the approval of G-d and at His command.
The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.
The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.
A known prophetic book in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible is the book of Isaiah (Yeshayahu in Hebrew). It contains the written prophecies during the 8th century BCE throughout his life. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel (the suffering servant) and other nations, the coming of the Messiah, and the establishment of G-d’s kingdom on earth. Isaiah is known for his poetic and eloquent language, and his prophecies have had a profound influence on Jewish and Christian thought throughout history.
The prophecies of the prophet Jeremiah, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel and other nations, the coming destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile, and the restoration of Israel. Jeremiah (Yirmiyahu in Hebrew) is known as “The suffering or lamenting prophet,” for his emotional and passionate prophecies, and his book accounts the tragic details as it happens right before his eyes in his lifetime.
The Book of Ezekiel (Yechezkel in Hebrew) contains the prophecies of the prophet Ezekiel, who lived during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BCE. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel and other nations, the destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile, and the restoration of Israel. Ezekiel is known for his vivid and symbolic prophecies, and his book reveals the key to salvation. That is repentance and righteousness.
The Book of Hosea (Hoshea in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), shares the prophecies of the prophet Hosea, who lived in the 8th century BCE during the reign of the kings of Israel. The book addresses themes such as the unfaithfulness of the Israelites, G-d’s judgment and mercy, and the promise of redemption. G-d’s “estranged wife,” is how Israel was identified in this book. Nonetheless, Israel remains G-d’s chosen people despite their sins and shortcomings.
The Book of Joel (Yoel in Hebrew) is another prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Joel, who lived during a time of locust infestation and drought. The empires of Babylonia, Persian, Greeks and Romans are God’s judgment on Israel for their sins; likened to the locusts swarms in succession. Moreover, the coming Day of the Lord, and the restoration of Israel is mentioned as well.
A prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Amos, who lived in the 8th century BCE during the reign of the kings of Israel. The book addresses social justice, the condemnation of injustice, and the coming judgment of G-d on Israel and other nations for their sins. Amos’s prophecies are known for their powerful and direct language.
The Book of Obadiah (Ovadiah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), Obadiah, who lived during the 6th century BCE, primarily addresses the destruction of Edom and the judgment of G-d upon them for their hostility towards Israel. Obadiah’s prophecies are known for its powerful condemnation of Edom’s arrogance and cruelty.
The Book of Jonah (Yonah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible) is a narrative prophetic book that tells the story of the prophet Jonah, who is reluctant to fulfill G-d’s command to prophesy against the city of Nineveh. Instead, Jonah flees to Tarshish, but a great storm arises and the sailors throw Jonah overboard to appease the storm. Jonah is swallowed by a large fish, where he prays to G-d. After three days and three nights, the fish vomits Jonah onto dry land. Jonah then goes to Nineveh and delivers God’s message of repentance, leading to the city’s repentance and God’s mercy. The book highlights matters of God’s sovereignty, mercy, and the importance of obedience.
The Book of Micah (Michah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible). Micah, who lived during the 8th century BCE during the reigns of the kings of Judah and Israel. Micah’s prophecies address social justice, the condemnation of injustice, the coming judgment of G-d on Israel and other nations for their sins, and the promise of a future restoration and redemption. Micah’s prophecies are known for its powerful outlook and emotional intensity.
The Book of Nahum (Nachum in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible).
Prophet Nahum, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book primarily addresses the judgment of G-d upon the city of Nineveh, the capital of the Assyrian Empire, for its arrogance, cruelty, and violence. Nahum’s prophecies are known for their vivid descriptions of Nineveh’s destruction and their emphasis on G-d’s justice and sovereignty.
The Book of Habakkuk (Chavakuk in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible). Habakkuk, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book addresses themes such as the suffering of the righteous, the coming judgment of G-d on the wicked, and the assurance of G-d’s ultimate victory. Habakkuk’s prophecies are known for their powerful and poetic language, and his book has been a source of inspiration and comfort to many throughout history.
The Book of Zephaniah (Tzefaniah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), a prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Zephaniah, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The coming judgment of G-d on Judah and Jerusalem for their sins, the destruction of the wicked, and the promise of restoration for the righteous are accounts written in Zephaniah. The book of Zephaniah has been a source of comfort and encouragement for generations of believers.
The Book of Haggai (Chaggai in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), Haggai, who lived during the 6th century BCE during the time of the rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. Haggai’s prophecies focused on encouraging the Jewish people to complete the rebuilding of the Temple, and he emphasized the importance of faith, obedience, and the blessings that would come from serving G-d wholeheartedly.
The Book of Zechariah is a prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Zechariah, who lived during the 6th century BCE. The rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, the coming of the Messiah, and the ultimate redemption of G-d’s people are important details described in the book. The book of Zechariah mentions the truth about the Jewish people as the people favored by G-d.
Malachi, who lived during the 5th century BCE. The book addresses the corruption of the priesthood, the neglect of religious practices, and the coming judgment of G-d upon those who have strayed from His ways. Emphasis on the importance of faithfulness to G-d and His covenant are topics where the book of Malachi is remembered frequently.
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