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16 So Jonathan made a covenant with the house of David, saying, And the Lord will require that this covenant be kept at the hands of David’s enemies.

17 And Jonathan caused David to swear again by his love for him, for Jonathan loved him as he loved his own life.

18 Then Jonathan said to David, Tomorrow is the New Moon festival; and you will be missed, for your seat will be empty.

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16 So Jonathan(A) made a covenant(B) with the house of David, saying, “May the Lord call David’s enemies to account.(C) 17 And Jonathan had David reaffirm his oath(D) out of love for him, because he loved him as he loved himself.

18 Then Jonathan said to David, “Tomorrow is the New Moon feast. You will be missed, because your seat will be empty.(E)

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