1 Samuel 20:12

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Jonathan said: I swear by the LORD God of Israel, that two days from now I'll know what my father is planning. Of course I'll let you know if he's friendly towards you.

Cross References

2 Samuel 21:7

David had made a promise to Jonathan with the LORD as his witness, so he spared Jonathan's son Mephibosheth, the grandson of Saul.

Job 31:4

and he keeps a close watch on everything I do.

Psalm 17:3

You know my heart, and even during the night you have tested me and found me innocent. I have made up my mind never to tell a lie.

Proverbs 20:5

Someone's thoughts may be as deep as the ocean, but if you are clever, you will discover them.

Joshua 22:22

The LORD is the greatest God! We ask him to be our witness, because he knows whether or not we were rebellious or unfaithful when we built that altar. If we were unfaithful, then we pray that God won't rescue us today. Let us tell you why we built that altar,

1 Samuel 20:11

“Let's go out to this field, and I'll tell you,” Jonathan answered. When they got there,

1 Samuel 20:13

But if he wants to harm you, I promise to tell you and help you escape. And I ask the LORD to punish me severely if I don't keep my promise. I pray that the LORD will bless you, just as he used to bless my father.

1 Samuel 23:18

They both promised the LORD that they would always be loyal to each other. Then Jonathan went home, but David stayed at Horesh.