2 SAMUEL—NOTE ON 2 Samuel 1:26 surpassing the love of women. David’s remark does not carry any sexual overtones. Rather, he is calling attention to Jonathan’s self-denial in giving up any right to the throne of Israel (1 Samuel 23:17). Jonathan loved and supported David as the Lord’s choice to succeed his father Saul. He even risked his life for David (1 Samuel 20:30).

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