KJV ORIGINAL
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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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Shimei, the son of Gera from the tribe of Benjamin who lived in Bahurim, hurried down with the men of Judah to meet King David.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows Shimei rushing to meet King David as he returns, likely seeking forgiveness for his previous hostility.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs when King David is returning to Jerusalem after his son Absalom's failed rebellion and death. Shimei had previously cursed and thrown stones at David when he was fleeing Jerusalem during Absalom's revolt. Now that David has regained his throne, Shimei is among the first to come and meet the returning king, presumably to seek mercy.
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