1 Samuel 20

David complains to Jonathan of Saul's enmity against him; Jonathan comforts him, 1 Samuel 20:1-10 . They walk out into the field, and renew their covenant, 1 Samuel 20:11-17 . David asks Jonathan's leave to absent himself from Saul's court; and Jonathan informs him how he shall ascertain the disposition of his father towards him, 1 Samuel 20:18-23 . David hides himself; is missed by Saul; Jonathan is questioned concerning his absence; makes an excuse for David; Saul is enraged, and endeavors to kill Jonathan, 1 Samuel 20:24-33 . Jonathan goes out to the field; gives David the sign which they had agreed on, and by which he was to know that the king had determined to take away his life, 1 Samuel 20:34-39 . He sends his servant back into the city; and then he and David meet, renew their covenant, and have a very affectionate parting, 1 Samuel 20:40-42 .