Which son of Saul was David's best friend?

Which son of Saul was David's best friend?

• A. Ish-bosheth
• B. Saul
• C. Jonathan
• D. Abner

Answer: (C)

David's closest friend among Saul's family was Jonathan. Jonathan, Saul's son, formed a deep, loyal bond with David—so much that their souls were knit together and they made a covenant before the Lord. Jonathan even used his influence to protect David from Saul's growing threats, choosing allegiance to David and God’s plan over his own father's wishes. That enduring friendship is why Jonathan is the right answer. Ish-bosheth is Saul's other son who later becomes king in the north, but he isn't described as David's friend. Abner is Saul's commander, not his son. Saul is David's predecessor and not the friend in question.

David's closest friend among Saul's family was Jonathan. Jonathan, Saul's son, formed a deep, loyal bond with David—so much that their souls were knit together and they made a covenant before the Lord. Jonathan even used his influence to protect David from Saul's growing threats, choosing allegiance to David and God’s plan over his own father's wishes. That enduring friendship is why Jonathan is the right answer. Ish-bosheth is Saul's other son who later becomes king in the north, but he isn't described as David's friend. Abner is Saul's commander, not his son. Saul is David's predecessor and not the friend in question.