1 Kings 2:36

Contemporary English Version 1995

Solomon sent for Shimei and said, “Build a house here in Jerusalem and live in it. But whatever you do, don't leave the city!

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A wise ruler severely punishes every criminal.

When rulers decide cases, they weigh the evidence.

Then he sent someone to the altar to get Adonijah. After Adonijah came and bowed down, Solomon said, “Adonijah, go home.”

Absalom lived in Jerusalem for two years without seeing his father.

David told Joab, “I don't want to see my son Absalom. Tell him to stay away from me.” So Absalom went to his own house without seeing his father.