1 Samuel 20:21
Arabic Bible Life (Targamet El Hayah) (LA)
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, David and Jonathan are making a secret plan to communicate. David tells Jonathan that if the arrows land on his side, it means it's safe for Jonathan to come to him. This verse highlights the trust and friendship between David and Jonathan.
Explained for Children
Imagine you and your best friend play a game where you use a ball to tell each other when it's safe to meet in the playground. If the ball rolls to one side, it means it's okay to come over. This is similar to how David and Jonathan use arrows to say it's safe.
Historical Background
1 Samuel was written by the prophets Samuel, Nathan, and Gad. It was compiled around the 6th century BC and details the reign of Saul and the rise of David. The audience is the Israelites, who would have been familiar with the political and social norms of that time.
Living It Out Today
In a modern scenario, this verse can be applied to a situation where two friends use a secret code to ensure safety. For example, if one friend says they will text a specific emoji when it's safe to meet up.