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Jonathan

Facts

The name "Jonathan" occurs many times in the Old Testament. It means, "Yahweh has given."

  • The most well-known man named Jonathan was the oldest son of King Saul. He was David's best friend.
  • Other Jonathans mentioned in the Old Testament include: a grandson of Moses; a nephew of King David; a son of Abiathar the priest, who served David; a secretary in whose house the prophet Jeremiah was imprisoned; and many others..