2 Samuel 19:16
“And Shimei the son of Gera, a Benjamite, which was of Bahurim, hasted and came down with the men of Judah to meet king David.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And Shimei the son of Gera, a Benjamite, which was of Bahurim,.... Of whom see Sa2 16:5,
hasted and came down with the…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Shimei being aware that Judah was unanimous in recalling the king, lost no time in trying to make his peace with David,…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Shimei the son of Gera - It appears that Shimei was a powerful chieftain in the land; for he had here, in his retinue,…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Samuel 19:16-23
Perhaps Jordan was never passed with so much solemnity, nor with so many remarkable occurrences, as it was now, since…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–19212 Samuel 19:16-44
David's return. Episodes on the journey
16 23. Shimei sues for pardon
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