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22 Jonathan’s bow did not ·fail [turn back]
    ·to kill many soldiers [L from shedding the blood of the slain].
Saul’s sword did not ·fail [return empty]
    ·to wound many strong men [L from the fat/bodies of the mighty].

23 “We loved Saul and Jonathan
    and ·enjoyed [admired] them ·while they lived [in life].
    They ·are together [were not parted] even in death.
They were ·faster [swifter] than eagles.
    They were stronger than lions.

24 “You daughters of Israel, ·cry for [weep over] Saul.
    Saul clothed you with ·red dresses [luxurious scarlet/crimson]
and put gold ·decorations [ornaments/jewelry] on them.

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