1 Samuel 20:11
And Jonathan said unto David, Come, and let us go out into the field. And they went out both of them into the field.
Original Language Analysis
לְכָ֖ה
H1980
לְכָ֖ה
Strong's:
H1980
Word #:
5 of 10
to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
וַיֵּֽצְא֥וּ
And they went out
H3318
וַיֵּֽצְא֥וּ
And they went out
Strong's:
H3318
Word #:
6 of 10
to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim
וַיֵּֽצְא֥וּ
And they went out
H3318
וַיֵּֽצְא֥וּ
And they went out
Strong's:
H3318
Word #:
8 of 10
to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim
Historical Context
Fields outside cities offered privacy unavailable in palace courts. Ancient monarchies employed many servants who might overhear and report conversations. Jonathan's choice of location showed awareness of security concerns.
Questions for Reflection
- What spaces do you create for private, vulnerable conversations with close friends?
- How does the setting affect the depth and honesty of significant discussions?
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Analysis & Commentary
And Jonathan said unto David, Come, and let us go out into the field. And they went out both of them into the field.
Jonathan's invitation - 'Come, and let us go out into the field' - moved their conversation to a place of privacy. The field provided space away from palace observers and listeners. The phrase 'both of them' emphasizes their unity of purpose as they walked together into open ground. This field would become the location for their signal system and their final private farewell. Important conversations often require intentional removal from normal settings. Sometimes we must create space for vulnerability and commitment.