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Abishai was David’s nephew (1 Chronicles 2:13–16) and likely part of his personal guard. He thought no one should speak to the king disrespectfully and survive (compare 2 Samuel 19:21). David was more cautious in making judgments (compare 1 Kings 2:8–9).
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Abishai: David's nephew, one of his mighty men and commanders Zeruiah: Sister of David; mother of Joab, Abishai, and Asahel
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Abishai Absalom Criminal Law and Punishment Curse, Cursed David Dog Gilead (Place) Kings, Books of First and Second Nathan Samuel, Books of First and Second Shimei
Topics
Abishai: Seeks the Life of Shimei Clemency of David Toward Disloyal Subjects: Shimei Dog: Epithet of Contempt Forgiveness: David Forgives Shimei Meekness: David Shimei: A Benjamite: Curses David; David's Magnanimity Toward Zeruiah: Mother of Three of David's Great Soldiers