The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Day 112: True Friendship (2026)

April 22, 2026·17 min·2-min readsoloreligion
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The episode explores the profound biblical friendship between David and Jonathan as a model of philia, or virtuous friendship, rooted in shared purpose, loyalty, and love that reflects divine love.


THESIS

Father Mike Schmitz argues that the bond between David and Jonathan in 1 Sa

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People

Father Mike SchmitzC.S. LewisPope Benedict XVI

Books

The Four Lovesby C.S. LewisGod Is Loveby Pope Benedict XVI

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Ancient HistoryChristianityMental HealthPhilosophySelf Improvement

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