Forgiveness of Injuries: David

With these words David restrained his men, and he did not let them rise up against Saul. Then Saul left the cave and went on his way.

Now the king had commanded Joab, Abishai, and Ittai, “Treat the young man Absalom gently for my sake.” And all the people heard the king’s orders to each of the commanders regarding Absalom.

So the king said to Shimei, “You shall not die.” And the king swore an oath to him.