Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then he shouted, “Hurry! Go quickly! Don’t stop!” The boy picked up the arrow and returned to his master. New Living Translation Hurry, hurry, don’t wait.” So the boy quickly gathered up the arrows and ran back to his master. English Standard Version And Jonathan called after the boy, “Hurry! Be quick! Do not stay!” So Jonathan’s boy gathered up the arrows and came to his master. Berean Standard Bible Then Jonathan cried out, “Hurry! Make haste! Do not delay!” So the boy picked up the arrow and returned to his master. King James Bible And Jonathan cried after the lad, Make speed, haste, stay not. And Jonathan's lad gathered up the arrows, and came to his master. New King James Version And Jonathan cried out after the lad, “Make haste, hurry, do not delay!” So Jonathan’s lad gathered up the arrows and came back to his master. New American Standard Bible Then Jonathan called after the boy, “Hurry, be quick, do not stay!” And Jonathan’s boy picked up the arrow and came to his master. NASB 1995 And Jonathan called after the lad, “Hurry, be quick, do not stay!” And Jonathan’s lad picked up the arrow and came to his master. NASB 1977 And Jonathan called after the lad, “Hurry, be quick, do not stay!” And Jonathan’s lad picked up the arrow and came to his master. Legacy Standard Bible And Jonathan called after the young man, “Hurry, be quick, do not stay!” And Jonathan’s young man gathered up the arrow and came to his master. Amplified Bible And Jonathan called out after the boy, “Hurry, be quick, do not stay!” So Jonathan’s boy picked up the arrow and came back to his master. Christian Standard Bible Then Jonathan called to him, “Hurry up and don’t stop! ” Jonathan’s servant picked up the arrow and returned to his master. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then Jonathan called to him, “Hurry up and don’t stop!” Jonathan’s young man picked up the arrow and returned to his master. American Standard Version And Jonathan cried after the lad, Make speed, haste, stay not. And Jonathan's lad gathered up the arrows, and came to his master. Contemporary English Version Jonathan shouted to him again, "Hurry up! Don't stop!" The boy picked up the arrows and brought them back to Jonathan, English Revised Version And Jonathan cried after the lad, Make speed, haste, stay not. And Jonathan's lad gathered up the arrows, and came to his master. GOD'S WORD® Translation Jonathan added, "Quick! Hurry up! Don't stand there!" Jonathan's young servant gathered the arrows and came to his master. Good News Translation Don't just stand there! Hurry up!" The boy picked up the arrow and returned to his master, International Standard Version Jonathan called out to the servant, "Hurry, be quick, don't stand around." Jonathan's servant picked up the arrow and brought it to his master. Majority Standard Bible Then Jonathan cried out, ?Hurry! Make haste! Do not delay!? So the boy picked up the arrow and returned to his master. NET Bible Jonathan called out to the servant, "Hurry! Go faster! Don't delay!" Jonathan's servant retrieved the arrow and came back to his master. New Heart English Bible Jonathan cried after the boy, "Go fast. Hurry. Do not delay." Jonathan's boy gathered up the arrows, and came to his master. Webster's Bible Translation And Jonathan cried after the lad, Make speed, haste, stay not. And Jonathan's lad gathered up the arrows, and came to his master. World English Bible Jonathan cried after the boy, “Go fast! Hurry! Don’t delay!” Jonathan’s boy gathered up the arrows, and came to his master. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Jonathan calls after the youth, “Speed, hurry, do not stand”; and Jonathan’s youth gathers the arrows, and comes to his lord. Young's Literal Translation and Jonathan calleth after the youth, 'Speed, haste, stand not;' and Jonathan's youth gathereth the arrows, and cometh unto his lord. Smith's Literal Translation And Jonathan will call after the boy, Be quick, hasten, thou shalt not stand. And Jonathan's boy will take up the arrows and come to his lord. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Jonathan cried again after the boy, saying: Make haste speedily, stand not. And Jonathan's boy gathered up the arrows, and brought them to his master: Catholic Public Domain Version And Jonathan cried out again, from behind the back of the boy, saying, “Go quickly! Do not stand still!” Then Jonathan’s boy collected the arrows, and he brought them to his lord. New American Bible Again he called to the boy, “Hurry, be quick, don’t delay!” Jonathan’s boy picked up the arrow and brought it to his master. New Revised Standard Version Jonathan called after the boy, “Hurry, be quick, do not linger.” So Jonathan’s boy gathered up the arrows and came to his master. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Jonathan called again after the lad, saying, Make haste, quick, stay not. And Jonathan's lad gathered up the arrows and brought them to his master. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Jonathan called after the boy and said: “Hurry quickly, and do not stay!” And the boy collected the arrows of Yonathan and he brought them to his Master OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Jonathan cried after the lad: 'Make speed, hasten, stay not.' And Jonathan's lad gathered up the arrows, and came to his master. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Jonathan cried out after his boy, saying, Make all speed, and stay not. And Jonathan's boy gathered up the arrows, and brought the arrows to his master. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Saul Seeks to Kill Jonathan…37When the boy reached the place where Jonathan’s arrow had fallen, Jonathan called to him, “Isn’t the arrow beyond you?” 38Then Jonathan cried out, “Hurry! Make haste! Do not delay!” So the boy picked up the arrow and returned to his master. 39But the boy did not know anything; only Jonathan and David knew the arrangement.… Cross References 1 Samuel 18:3-4 Then Jonathan made a covenant with David because he loved him as himself. / And Jonathan removed the robe he was wearing and gave it to David, along with his tunic, his sword, his bow, and his belt. 1 Samuel 19:1-2 Then Saul ordered his son Jonathan and all his servants to kill David. But Jonathan delighted greatly in David, / so he warned David, saying, “My father Saul intends to kill you. Be on your guard in the morning; find a secret place and hide there. 1 Samuel 23:16-18 And Saul’s son Jonathan came to David in Horesh and strengthened his hand in God, / saying, “Do not be afraid, for my father Saul will never lay a hand on you. And you will be king over Israel, and I will be your second-in-command. Even my father Saul knows this is true.” / So the two of them made a covenant before the LORD. And David remained in Horesh, while Jonathan went home. 2 Samuel 1:25-26 How the mighty have fallen in the thick of battle! Jonathan lies slain on your heights. / I grieve for you, Jonathan, my brother. You were delightful to me; your love to me was extraordinary, surpassing the love of women. 2 Kings 4:29 So Elisha said to Gehazi, “Tie up your garment, take my staff in your hand, and go! If you meet anyone, do not greet him, and if anyone greets you, do not answer him. Then lay my staff on the boy’s face.” 2 Kings 9:24 Then Jehu drew his bow and shot Joram between the shoulders. The arrow pierced his heart, and he slumped down in his chariot. Psalm 55:12-14 For it is not an enemy who insults me; that I could endure. It is not a foe who rises against me; from him I could hide. / But it is you, a man like myself, my companion and close friend. / We shared sweet fellowship together; we walked with the crowd into the house of God. Proverbs 17:17 A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity. Proverbs 18:24 A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who stays closer than a brother. Proverbs 27:10 Do not forsake your friend or your father’s friend, and do not go to your brother’s house in the day of your calamity; better a neighbor nearby than a brother far away. Jeremiah 9:4 “Let everyone guard against his neighbor; do not trust any brother, for every brother deals craftily, and every friend spreads slander. Matthew 26:49-50 Going directly to Jesus, he said, “Greetings, Rabbi!” and kissed Him. / “Friend,” Jesus replied, “do what you came for.” Then the men stepped forward, seized Jesus, and arrested Him. Mark 14:44-45 Now the betrayer had arranged a signal with them: “The One I kiss is the man; arrest Him and lead Him away securely.” / Going directly to Jesus, he said, “Rabbi!” and kissed Him. Luke 22:47-48 While He was still speaking, a crowd arrived, led by the man called Judas, one of the Twelve. He approached Jesus to kiss Him. / But Jesus asked him, “Judas, are you betraying the Son of Man with a kiss?” John 15:13-15 Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. / You are My friends if you do what I command you. / No longer do I call you servants, for a servant does not understand what his master is doing. But I have called you friends, because everything I have learned from My Father I have made known to you. Treasury of Scripture And Jonathan cried after the lad, Make speed, haste, stay not. And Jonathan's lad gathered up the arrows, and came to his master. Psalm 55:6-9 And I said, Oh that I had wings like a dove! for then would I fly away, and be at rest… Proverbs 6:4,5 Give not sleep to thine eyes, nor slumber to thine eyelids… Matthew 24:16-18 Then let them which be in Judaea flee into the mountains: … Jump to Previous Arrow Arrows Boy Cried Crying Delay Haste Hasten Hurry Jonathan Jonathan's Lad Master Picked Quick Quickly Speed Stand Stop Waiting YouthJump to Next Arrow Arrows Boy Cried Crying Delay Haste Hasten Hurry Jonathan Jonathan's Lad Master Picked Quick Quickly Speed Stand Stop Waiting Youth1 Samuel 20 1. David consults with Jonathan for his safety11. Jonathan and David renew their covenant by oath 18. Jonathan's token to David 23. Saul, missing David, seeks to kill Jonathan 35. Jonathan affectionately takes his leave of David Then Jonathan cried out Jonathan, the son of King Saul, is a key figure in the narrative of 1 Samuel. His loyalty to David, despite his father Saul's animosity towards David, highlights the theme of covenant friendship. Jonathan's actions here are part of a prearranged signal to communicate with David, who is hiding nearby. This moment underscores Jonathan's role as a mediator and protector, reflecting the biblical principle of sacrificial love and loyalty. “Hurry! Make haste! Do not delay!” So the boy picked up the arrow and returned to his master. Persons / Places / Events 1. JonathanThe son of King Saul and a close friend of David. He is known for his loyalty and covenant friendship with David, despite his father Saul's animosity towards David. 2. David The future king of Israel, anointed by Samuel. At this point, he is fleeing from King Saul, who seeks to kill him. 3. The Boy A young servant of Jonathan who is unaware of the secret communication between Jonathan and David. He is tasked with retrieving the arrows as part of the signal to David. 4. The Field The location where Jonathan and David arranged to communicate secretly. It serves as a neutral ground away from Saul's court. 5. The Event Jonathan uses the shooting of arrows as a prearranged signal to inform David about Saul's intentions. The urgency in Jonathan's words underscores the danger David is in. Teaching Points The Value of True FriendshipJonathan and David's relationship exemplifies the biblical ideal of friendship, characterized by loyalty, sacrifice, and mutual support. In our lives, we should seek to cultivate friendships that reflect these values. Courage in the Face of Danger Jonathan's actions demonstrate courage and faithfulness, even when it puts him at odds with his father, King Saul. We are called to stand firm in our convictions and support what is right, even when it is difficult. God's Sovereignty and Protection Despite the danger David faces, God's providence is evident through Jonathan's intervention. This reminds us that God often uses people in our lives to accomplish His purposes and provide protection. Communication and Trust The secret communication between Jonathan and David required trust and careful planning. In our relationships, clear and honest communication is essential, especially in times of crisis.(38) Make speed, haste, stay not.--Although Jonathan, of course, trusted to a certain extent the youth (probably an armour-bearer) who was with him, still he hurried this attendant away, that he might not see David, who was close by in hiding, and who, after the sign, would presently appear in sight. The next clause (1Samuel 20:39) expressly tells us how this meeting was unknown and unwitnessed. The youth was sent to the city that Jonathan might be alone once more with David. Hebrew Then Jonathanיְהֽוֹנָתָן֙ (yə·hō·w·nā·ṯān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3083: Jonathan -- 'the LORD has given', the name of a number of Israelites cried out, וַיִּקְרָ֤א (way·yiq·rā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7121: To call, proclaim, read “Hurry! מְהֵרָ֥ה (mə·hê·rāh) Adverb Strong's 4120: A hurry, promptly Make haste! ח֖וּשָׁה (ḥū·šāh) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 2363: To hurry, to be eager with excitement, enjoyment Do not אַֽל־ (’al-) Adverb Strong's 408: Not delay!” תַּעֲמֹ֑ד (ta·‘ă·mōḏ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 5975: To stand, in various relations So the boy נַ֤עַר (na·‘ar) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5288: A boy, lad, youth, retainer picked up the arrow וַיְלַקֵּ֞ט (way·laq·qêṭ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3950: To pick up, to gather, to glean and returned וַיָּבֹ֖א (way·yā·ḇō) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to his master. אֲדֹנָֽיו׃ (’ă·ḏō·nāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 113: Sovereign, controller Links 1 Samuel 20:38 NIV1 Samuel 20:38 NLT 1 Samuel 20:38 ESV 1 Samuel 20:38 NASB 1 Samuel 20:38 KJV 1 Samuel 20:38 BibleApps.com 1 Samuel 20:38 Biblia Paralela 1 Samuel 20:38 Chinese Bible 1 Samuel 20:38 French Bible 1 Samuel 20:38 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Samuel 20:38 Jonathan cried after the boy Go fast! 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