NET Bible
"Saul retained David on that day and did not allow him to return to his father’s house."
— 1 Samuel 18:2, NET Bible
“And Saul took him that day, and would let him go no more home to his father’s house.”
“And Saul took him that day, and would let him go no more home to his father’s house. ”
“Saul took him that day, and would let him go no more home to his father's house.”
“And Saul took him that day, and would not let him return to his father's house.”
“And that day Saul took David and would not let him go back to his father's house.”
“And Saul took him that day, and would let him go no more home to his father’s house.”
Saul Comes to Fear David When David had finished talking with Saul, Jonathan and David became bound together in close friendship. Jonathan loved David as much as he did his own life.
Saul retained David on that day and did not allow him to return to his father’s house.
Jonathan made a covenant with David, for he loved him as much as he did his own life.
Jonathan took off the robe he was wearing and gave it to David, along with the rest of his gear, including his sword, his bow, and even his belt.
On every mission on which Saul sent him, David achieved success. So Saul appointed him over the men of war. This pleased not only all the army, but also Saul’s servants.