1Sa 20:18-22 | MHM | STEP | v. 18–22 : Jonathan and David agreed on a secret method of communication. David would hide during the new moon feast, and Jonathan would observe Saul’s reaction to his absence. On the third day, Jonathan would go to a field and shoot arrows as a signal. If he told his servant the arrows were closer, it meant David was safe. If he said the arrows were farther, it meant David was in danger and should flee (1 Samuel 20:18–22 ). This plan ensured David’s safety without raising suspicion.

‏ 1 Samuel 20:18-22

v. 18–22: Jonathan and David agreed on a secret method of communication. David would hide during the new moon feast, and Jonathan would observe Saul’s reaction to his absence. On the third day, Jonathan would go to a field and shoot arrows as a signal. If he told his servant the arrows were closer, it meant David was safe. If he said the arrows were farther, it meant David was in danger and should flee (1 Samuel 20:18–22 ^a). This plan ensured David’s safety without raising suspicion.

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