2 Samuel 19:20
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 2 Samuel 19:20 — by Collins Asein
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2 Samuel 19:20 is a verse from the book of 2 Samuel in the Old Testament. Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
2 Samuel 19:20 — NIV
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Cross-References for 2 Samuel 19:20
“and said to the king, “May my lord not hold me guilty. May you not remember how your servant did wrong on the day my lord the king left Jerusalem. May the king put it out of his mind.”
Contextual link to Shimei's plea for forgiveness.
“As King David approached Bahurim, a man from the clan of Saul’s family came out from there. His name was Shimei son of Gera, and he cursed as he came out.”
Reference to Shimei's original offense.
“But David said to Abishai, “Don’t destroy him! Who can lay a hand on the Lord’s anointed and be guiltless?”
Illustrates David's previous attitude toward God's anointed.
“So the king said to Shimei, “You shall not die.” And the king promised him on oath.”
David's promise of safety to Shimei
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