³ Jonathan made a covenant with David^(A) because he loved him as much as himself.

¹⁶ Then Jonathan made a covenant with the house of David,^(A) saying, “May the Lord hold David’s enemies accountable.”^[a](B)

¹⁸ Then the two of them made a covenant in the Lord’s presence.^(A) Afterward, David remained in Horesh, while Jonathan went home.