18 and ordered it to be taught to the people of Judah. (It is recorded in The Book of Jashar.)
19 “On the hills of Israel our leaders are dead!The bravest of our soldiers have fallen!
20 Do not announce it in Gathor in the streets of Ashkelon.Do not make the women of Philistia glad;do not let the daughters of pagans rejoice.
21 “May no rain or dew fall on Gilboa's hills;may its fields be always barren!For the shields of the brave lie there in disgrace;the shield of Saul is no longer polished with oil.
22 Jonathan's bow was deadly,the sword of Saul was merciless,striking down the mighty, killing the enemy.
23 “Saul and Jonathan, so wonderful and dear;together in life, together in death;swifter than eagles, stronger than lions.
24 “Women of Israel, mourn for Saul!He clothed you in rich scarlet dressesand adorned you with jewels and gold.