2 Samuel 19:21

Translations

Modern

But Abishai son of Zeruiah said, “Shouldn’t Shimei be put to death for this, because he cursed the LORD’s anointed?”

Traditional

But Abishai the son of Zeruiah answered and said, Shall not Shimei be put to death for this, because he cursed the Lord’s anointed?

Literal

And Abishai son of Zeruiah answered and said, “In exchange for this, shall not Shimei be put to death, in that he cursed the anointed of YHWH?”

Latin

Respondens vero Abisai filius Sarviæ, dixit: Numquid pro his verbis non occidetur Semei, quia maledixit christo Domini?

Original

Hebrew

English

But Abishai son of Zeruiah said, “Shouldn’t Shimei be put to death for this, because he cursed the LORD’s anointed?”

Notes

2 Samuel 19:21–22

Compare 2 Samuel 16:9–12.
Abishai: See study note on 2 Samuel 16:9.
Sons of Zeruiah: See study notes on 2 Samuel 2:18; 17:25. Abishai often wanted to kill those against David (compare 2 Samuel 16:9; 1 Samuel 26:8). David was also frustrated with Joab, Abishai’s brother (see 2 Samuel 3:28–29, 39; 19:13; 1 Kings 2:5–6).

2 Samuel 19:15–23

When David returned to Jerusalem, he forgave Shimei. Shimei was a supporter of Saul who had cursed David during his escape (see 2 Samuel 16:5–14). However, Shimei's actions were eventually punished (1 Kings 2:8, 36–46).

Theme notes and profiles

Abishai David

Events

Reign of David

Related verses

Exodus 22:28
You must not blaspheme God or curse the ruler of your people.
1 Samuel 26:9
But David said to Abishai, “Do not destroy him, for who can extend a hand against the LORD’s anointed and be guiltless?”
2 Samuel 16:13
So David and his men proceeded along the road as Shimei went along the ridge of the hill opposite him. As Shimei went, he yelled curses, threw stones, and flung dust at David.
1 Samuel 24:6
So he said to his men, “The LORD forbid that I should do such a thing to my master, the LORD’s anointed. May I never lift my hand against him, since he is the LORD’s anointed.”
1 Kings 21:10–11
But seat two scoundrels opposite him and have them testify, ‘You have cursed both God and the king!’ Then take him out and stone him to death.”
2 Samuel 16:7–8
And as he yelled curses, Shimei said, “Get out, get out, you worthless man of bloodshed!
2 Samuel 16:5
As King David approached Bahurim, a man from the family of the house of Saul was just coming out. His name was Shimei son of Gera, and as he approached, he kept yelling out curses.

People

Abishai: David's nephew, one of his mighty men and commanders Shimei: Benjamite who cursed David during Absalom's rebellion Zeruiah: Sister of David; mother of Joab, Abishai, and Asahel

Glossary

Abishai David Gilead (Place) Kings, Books of First and Second Messiah Samuel, Books of First and Second Shimei Ziba

Topics

Abishai: Seeks the Life of Shimei Amnesty for Political offenses: To Shimei Anointing in Consecration: David Clemency of David Toward Disloyal Subjects: Shimei David: King of Israel: Shimei Begs for Clemency Kings: Called the Lord's Anointed Sacred Anointing: Those Who Partook of not to be Injured or Insulted Treason: To the Traitors

2 Samuel 19:21

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