Why did David want to show kindness to Saul's house? A. For Abner's sake B. For Saul's sake C. For Jonathan's sake D. For God's sake

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David wanted to show kindness to Saul’s house for Jonathan’s sake, fulfilling their sacred covenant and deep bond of friendship. He sought out Jonathan’s son, Mephibosheth, restored his lands, and allowed him to eat continually at the king’s table.

The correct answer is C. For Jonathan's sake. As recorded in 2 Samuel 9:1, David asked, "Is there still anyone who is left of the house of Saul, that I may show him kindness for Jonathan’s sake?" This was a fulfillment of the sacred covenant and deep bond of friendship between David and Jonathan. Because of this, David sought out Mephibosheth, Jonathan's son, to restore his lands and allow him to eat at the king's table continually. In the Coptic tradition, this is seen as a beautiful example of faithfulness to one's word and the virtue of remembering those to whom we are indebted.

Why did David want to show kindness to Saul's house? A. For Abner's sake B. For Saul's sake C. For Jonathan's sake D. For God's sake

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