New American Bible, Revised Edition

1 Samuel 18:1-3 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

1. By the time David finished speaking with Saul, Jonathan’s life became bound up with David’s life; he loved him as his very self.

2. Saul retained David on that day and did not allow him to return to his father’s house.

3. Jonathan and David made a covenant, because Jonathan loved him as his very self.