Bahurim

Overview

• Type: Village
• Testament: Old
• Modern Location: Benjaminite area near Jerusalem

Biblical Significance

Bahurim is tied to divided loyalties in David’s kingdom. It appears in the transfer of Michal, in Shimei’s cursing of David, and in the hidden movements during Absalom’s Rebellion.

Key Events

• Civil War - Michal is taken from her husband as David asserts his claim
• Absalom’s Rebellion - Shimei curses David there
• David’s Return - Shimei meets David again in fear and petition

Key People Associated

• David
• Michal
• Absalom

Important Verses

“And when king David came to Bahurim, behold, thence came out a man…” - 2 Samuel 16:5

Cross-References

• 2 Samuel

Notes

Bahurim is a place where political fracture becomes personal and public.