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2 Samuel 16:13

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And as David and his men went by the way, Shimei went along on the hill’s side over against him, and cursed as he went, and threw stones at him, and cast dust.

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  1. 2 Samuel 16:11

    And David said to Abishai, and to all his servants, Behold, my son, which came forth of my bowels, seeketh my life: how much more now may this Benjamite do it? let him alone, and let him curse; for the Lord hath bidden him.

  2. 2 Samuel 16:12

    It may be that the Lord will look on mine affliction, and that the Lord will requite me good for his cursing this day.

  3. 2 Samuel 16:14

    And the king, and all the people that were with him, came weary, and refreshed themselves there.

  4. 2 Samuel 16:15

    And Absalom, and all the people the men of Israel, came to Jerusalem, and Ahithophel with him.

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