2 Samuel 19:23

Therefore the king said unto Shimei, Thou shalt not die. And the king sware unto him.

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Interpretation

Those who now slight and abuse the Son of David, would be glad to make their peace when he shall come in his glory; but it will be too late. Shimei lost no time.

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This thought runs through 2 Samuel 19:21-23.

2 Samuel 19:21 2 Samuel 19:22 2 Samuel 19:23

Glossary

Shimei Person: Famous. (1. ) A son of Gershon, and grandson of Levi ( Num. 3:18 ; 1 Chr. 6:17 , 29); called Shimi in Ex. 6:17 .