Contents: David mourns the death of Saul and Jonathan.

Characters: God, David, Saul, Jonathan, an Amalekite.

Conclusion: He that is deeply concerned for the honor of God cannot rejoice in the afflictions that come upon his enemies. In the disgrace that comes upon them, let us not forget their former successes and real service.

Key Word: Mourned, 2 Samuel 1:12; 2 Samuel 1:17.

Strong Verses: 2 Samuel 1:26; 2 Samuel 1:27.

Striking Facts: 2 Samuel 1:13. The killing of the Amalekite who brought the message was just. David made him own a second time that he was an Amalekite and in slaying him, David did what his predecessor should have done and was rejected for not doing.

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