1
After David had finished talking with Saul, he met Jonathan, the king’s son. There was an immediate bond between them, for Jonathan loved David.
2
From that day on Saul kept David with him and wouldn’t let him return home.
3
And Jonathan made a solemn pact with David, because he loved him as he loved himself.
4
Jonathan sealed the pact by taking off his robe and giving it to David, together with his tunic, sword, bow, and belt.
5
Whatever Saul asked David to do, David did it successfully. So Saul made him a commander over the men of war, an appointment that was welcomed by the people and Saul’s officers alike.