2 Samuel 1:23-25

²³ How beloved and gracious were Saul and Jonathan! They were together in life and in death. They were swifter than eagles, stronger than lions. ²⁴ OÂ women of Israel, weep for Saul, for he dressed you in luxurious scarlet clothing, in garments decorated with gold. ²⁵ Oh, how the mighty heroes have fallen in battle! Jonathan lies dead on the hills.

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Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Samuel 1:23-25

Commentary on 2 Samuel 1:17-27

(Read 2 Samuel 1:17-27)

Kasheth, or "the bow," probably was the title of this mournful, funeral song. David does not commend Saul for what he was not; and says nothing of his piety or goodness. Jonathan was a dutiful son, Saul an affectionate father, therefore dear to each other. David had reason to say, that Jonathan's love to him was wonderful. Next to the love between Christ and his people, that affection which springs form it, produces the strongest friendship. The trouble of the Lord's people, and triumphs of his enemies, will always grieve true believers, whatever advantages they may obtain by them.

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