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2 Samuel 19

2 Samuel 19:18

Shimei Pardoned · 2 Samuel 19:16–23
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Translations

Modern
…and crossed at the ford to carry over the king’s household and to do what was good in his sight. When Shimei son of Gera crossed the Jordan, he fell down before the king
Traditional
And there went over a ferry boat to carry over the king’s household, and to do what he thought good. And Shimei the son of Gera fell down before the king, as he was come over Jordan;
Literal
And they passed over the ford to bring over the house of the king, and to do what was good in his eyes. And Shimei son of Gera fell down before the face of the king when he had crossed the Jordan.
Latin
…transierunt vada, ut traducerent domum regis, et facerent juxta jussionem ejus: Semei autem filius Gera prostratus coram rege, cum jam transisset Jordanem,

Original

Hebrew
English
…and crossed at the ford to carry over the king’s household and to do what was good in his sight. When Shimei son of Gera crossed the Jordan, he fell down before the king

Notes

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

People

Gera: Benjamite; cursed David during Absalom's rebellion; later sought forgiveness Shimei: Benjamite who cursed David during Absalom's rebellion

Places

Jordan: A river and region, significant in Israel's history

Glossary

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

Topics

Amnesty for Political offenses: To Shimei Clemency of David Toward Disloyal Subjects: Shimei David: King of Israel: Shimei Begs for Clemency Ferryboat: General Scriptures Concerning Gera: The Son of Bela Jordan: Crossed by a Ferry Boat Ship used in Commerce for Ferriage the River Jordan: Ferry Boats often Used On Treason: To the Traitors