Unlike his father, who saw David as a rival, Jonathan recognized Jehovah’s hand in matters and submitted to His will; he did not compare himself with David, asking, “Why David and not me? ”
Vastupidiselt oma isale, kes nägi Taavetis vaid rivaali, tunnustas Joonatan selles küsimuses Jehoova otsust ja allus Tema tahtele. Joonatan ei võrrelnud end Taavetiga ega küsinud: „Miks Taavet ja mitte mina? ”