Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version He pelted David and all the king’s officials with stones, though all the troops and the special guard were on David’s right and left. New Living Translation He threw stones at the king and the king’s officers and all the mighty warriors who surrounded him. English Standard Version And he threw stones at David and at all the servants of King David, and all the people and all the mighty men were on his right hand and on his left. Berean Standard Bible He threw stones at David and at all the servants of the king, though the troops and all the mighty men were on David’s right and left. King James Bible And he cast stones at David, and at all the servants of king David: and all the people and all the mighty men were on his right hand and on his left. New King James Version And he threw stones at David and at all the servants of King David. And all the people and all the mighty men were on his right hand and on his left. New American Standard Bible He also threw stones at David and all the servants of King David; and all the people and all the warriors were on his right and on his left. NASB 1995 He threw stones at David and at all the servants of King David; and all the people and all the mighty men were at his right hand and at his left. NASB 1977 And he threw stones at David and at all the servants of King David; and all the people and all the mighty men were at his right hand and at his left. Legacy Standard Bible He also threw stones at David and at all the servants of King David; and all the people and all the mighty men were at his right hand and at his left. Amplified Bible He threw stones at David and at all the servants of King David; yet all the people and all the warriors remained on his right and on his left. Christian Standard Bible He threw stones at David and at all the royal servants, the people and the warriors on David’s right and left. Holman Christian Standard Bible He threw stones at David and at all the royal servants, the people and the warriors on David’s right and left. American Standard Version And he cast stones at David, and at all the servants of king David: and all the people and all the mighty men were on his right hand and on his left. Contemporary English Version He threw stones at David, at his soldiers, and at everyone else, including the bodyguards who walked on each side of David. English Revised Version And he cast stones at David, and at all the servants of king David: and all the people and all the mighty men were on his right hand and on his left. GOD'S WORD® Translation He threw stones at David and David's servants, although all the people and all the warriors were shielding David. Good News Translation Shimei started throwing stones at David and his officials, even though David was surrounded by his men and his bodyguards. International Standard Version He threw rocks at David and all of David's staff who were accompanying him, while all the rest of the entourage, including all of David's security detail, were close by him. Majority Standard Bible He threw stones at David and at all the servants of the king, though the troops and all the mighty men were on David?s right and left. NET Bible He threw stones at David and all of King David's servants, as well as all the people and the soldiers who were on his right and on his left. New Heart English Bible And he threw stones at David and at all his servants, and all the people and all the soldiers at his right hand and at his left. Webster's Bible Translation And he cast stones at David, and at all the servants of king David: and all the people and all the mighty men were on his right hand and on his left. World English Bible He cast stones at David and at all the servants of King David, and all the people and all the mighty men were on his right hand and on his left. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand he stones David with stones, and all the servants of King David, and all the people, and all the mighty men on his right and on his left. Young's Literal Translation and he stoneth David with stones, and all the servants of king David, and all the people, and all the mighty men on his right and on his left. Smith's Literal Translation And he will stone David with stones, and all the servants of king David: and all the people and all the mighty, from his right hand and from his left. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he threw stones at David, and at all the servants of king David: and all the people, and all the warriors walked on the right, and on the left side of the king. Catholic Public Domain Version and throwing stones against David and against all the servants of king David. And all the people and all the warriors were traveling to the right and to the left sides of the king. New American Bible and throwing stones at David and at all King David’s officers, even though all the soldiers, including the royal guard, were on David’s right and on his left. New Revised Standard Version He threw stones at David and at all the servants of King David; now all the people and all the warriors were on his right and on his left. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he threw stones at him and at all his servants and at all his people and at all his servants who were on his right hand and on his left. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he threw stones at him, with stones at him and at all his Servants and all the people and all his Servants who were at his right and at his left OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he cast stones at David, and at all the servants of king David; and all the people and all the mighty men were on his right hand and on his left. Brenton Septuagint Translation and cast stones at David, and at all the servants of king David: and all the people and all the mighty men were on the right and left hand of the king. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Shimei Curses David5As King David approached Bahurim, a man from the family of the house of Saul was just coming out. His name was Shimei son of Gera, and as he approached, he kept yelling out curses. 6He threw stones at David and at all the servants of the king, though the troops and all the mighty men were on David’s right and left. 7And as he yelled curses, Shimei said, “Get out, get out, you worthless man of bloodshed!… Cross References 1 Samuel 17:49 Then David reached into his bag, took out a stone, and slung it, striking the Philistine on the forehead. The stone sank into his forehead, and he fell facedown on the ground. 2 Samuel 19:21 But Abishai son of Zeruiah said, “Shouldn’t Shimei be put to death for this, because he cursed the LORD’s anointed?” 1 Kings 2:8 Keep an eye on Shimei the son of Gera, the Benjamite from Bahurim who is with you. He called down bitter curses against me on the day I went to Mahanaim, but when he came down to meet me at the Jordan, I swore to him by the LORD: ‘I will never put you to the sword.’ Psalm 3:1-2 A Psalm of David, when he fled from his son Absalom. O LORD, how my foes have increased! How many rise up against me! / Many say of me, “God will not deliver him.” Selah Psalm 109:25 I am an object of scorn to my accusers; when they see me, they shake their heads. Matthew 5:11-12 Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. / Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you. Matthew 27:39-44 And those who passed by heaped abuse on Him, shaking their heads / and saying, “You who are going to destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days, save Yourself! If You are the Son of God, come down from the cross!” / In the same way, the chief priests, scribes, and elders mocked Him, saying, ... Mark 15:29-32 And those who passed by heaped abuse on Him, shaking their heads and saying, “Aha! You who are going to destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days, / come down from the cross and save Yourself!” / In the same way, the chief priests and scribes mocked Him among themselves, saying, “He saved others, but He cannot save Himself! ... Luke 6:22-23 Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude you and insult you and reject your name as evil because of the Son of Man. / Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, because great is your reward in heaven. For their fathers treated the prophets in the same way. Luke 23:35-37 The people stood watching, and the rulers sneered at Him, saying, “He saved others; let Him save Himself if He is the Christ of God, the Chosen One.” / The soldiers also mocked Him and came up to offer Him sour wine. / “If You are the King of the Jews,” they said, “save Yourself!” John 15:18-20 If the world hates you, understand that it hated Me first. / If you were of the world, it would love you as its own. Instead, the world hates you, because you are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. / Remember the word that I spoke to you: ‘No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted Me, they will persecute you as well; if they kept My word, they will keep yours as well. Acts 7:57-58 At this they covered their ears, cried out in a loud voice, and rushed together at him. / They dragged him out of the city and began to stone him. Meanwhile the witnesses laid their garments at the feet of a young man named Saul. Romans 12:14 Bless those who persecute you. Bless and do not curse. 1 Corinthians 4:12-13 We work hard with our own hands. When we are vilified, we bless; when we are persecuted, we endure it; / when we are slandered, we answer gently. Up to this moment we have become the scum of the earth, the refuse of the world. 2 Corinthians 11:25 Three times I was beaten with rods, once I was stoned, three times I was shipwrecked. I spent a night and a day in the open sea. Treasury of Scripture And he cast stones at David, and at all the servants of king David: and all the people and all the mighty men were on his right hand and on his left. Jump to Previous Cast David David's Guard Hand King's Mighty Officials Pelted Right Servants Side Special Stones Stoneth Threw Troops WarJump to Next Cast David David's Guard Hand King's Mighty Officials Pelted Right Servants Side Special Stones Stoneth Threw Troops War2 Samuel 16 1. Ziba, by presents and false suggestions, obtains his master's inheritance5. At Bahurim, Shimei curses David 9. David with patience abstains, and restrains others, from revenge 15. Hushai insinuates himself into Absalom's counsel 20. Ahithophel's counsel He threw stones at David This act of throwing stones is a symbolic gesture of contempt and hostility. In ancient Near Eastern cultures, stoning was a method of execution for serious crimes, indicating the severity of Shimei's disdain for David. This event occurs during Absalom's rebellion, a time of great turmoil for David, who is fleeing Jerusalem. The act of throwing stones can also be seen as a fulfillment of Nathan's prophecy in 2 Samuel 12:10-12, where God declares that calamity will rise against David from within his own house. and at all the servants of the king though the troops and all the mighty men were on David’s right and left Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe King of Israel, who is fleeing from his son Absalom. David is a central figure in this passage, representing a leader under duress and a man after God's own heart. 2. Shimei A member of the house of Saul, who is cursing and throwing stones at David. Shimei's actions reflect deep-seated animosity and bitterness towards David. 3. Absalom Although not directly mentioned in this verse, Absalom's rebellion is the backdrop of this event. Absalom's actions have forced David to flee Jerusalem. 4. Servants of King David Loyal followers who accompany David during his flight, representing faithfulness and loyalty in times of trial. 5. Mighty Men David's warriors, who are known for their strength and loyalty. They symbolize protection and support for David. Teaching Points Responding to Persecution with GraceDavid's response to Shimei's cursing and stone-throwing is a powerful example of grace under pressure. Instead of retaliating, David chooses to trust in God's justice. The Power of Restraint In moments of provocation, exercising restraint can be a testimony of faith and character. David's decision not to harm Shimei demonstrates his reliance on God's sovereignty. Loyalty in Times of Trial The presence of David's servants and mighty men during his flight underscores the importance of loyalty and support in difficult times. Surrounding ourselves with faithful companions can provide strength and encouragement. Understanding Bitterness and Forgiveness Shimei's actions are rooted in bitterness from past grievances. This passage invites reflection on the destructive nature of bitterness and the freedom found in forgiveness. Trusting God's Sovereignty David's situation reminds us to trust in God's plan, even when circumstances seem dire. His faith in God's ultimate justice and mercy is a model for believers facing trials.(6) He cast stones.--The road appears to have led along the side of a narrow ravine, on the opposite side of which (see 2Samuel 16:9, "let me go over") Shimei kept along with the fugitives, out of reach, and yet easily heard, and able to annoy them with stones. Hebrew He threw stonesוַיְסַקֵּ֤ל (way·saq·qêl) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5619: To stone, put to death by stoning at David דָּוִ֔ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse and at all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the servants עַבְדֵ֖י (‘aḇ·ḏê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 5650: Slave, servant of the king, הַמֶּ֣לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king though the troops הָעָם֙ (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock and all וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the mighty men [were] הַגִּבֹּרִ֔ים (hag·gib·bō·rîm) Article | Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 1368: Powerful, warrior, tyrant on David’s דָּוִ֑ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse right מִימִינ֖וֹ (mî·mî·nōw) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3225: The right hand, side, the south and left. וּמִשְּׂמֹאלֽוֹ׃ (ū·miś·śə·mō·lōw) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 8040: Dark, the north, the left hand Links 2 Samuel 16:6 NIV2 Samuel 16:6 NLT 2 Samuel 16:6 ESV 2 Samuel 16:6 NASB 2 Samuel 16:6 KJV 2 Samuel 16:6 BibleApps.com 2 Samuel 16:6 Biblia Paralela 2 Samuel 16:6 Chinese Bible 2 Samuel 16:6 French Bible 2 Samuel 16:6 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Samuel 16:6 He cast stones at David and at (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) |
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