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David’s victory brings him into close relationship with Jonathan, who makes a covenant with him and loves him as his own soul. David prospers in Saul’s service, but the women’s song comparing Saul’s thousands with David’s ten thousands awakens intense jealousy. Saul begins trying to kill David directly and through dangerous military assignments, while David continues to behave wisely and becomes increasingly loved by Israel.
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