Shimei
Summary
Benjamite from Bahurim who cursed David during Absalom’s Rebellion and later begged for mercy when David returned. He represents the bitterness of Saul’s old loyalties and the unstable political mood surrounding David’s restoration.
Key Passages
2 Samuel 16:5-13, 19:16-23, 1 Kings 2:8-9, 36-46
Important Verses
- 2 Samuel 16:7-8
- 2 Samuel 19:18-23