1 Kings 2:42

Contemporary English Version 1995

Solomon sent for him and said: Shimei, you promised in the name of the Lord that you would never leave Jerusalem. I warned you that you would die if you did. You agreed that this was fair, didn't you?

Cross References

Luke 19:22

“You worthless servant!” the king told him. “You have condemned yourself by what you have just said. You knew I am a hard man, taking what isn't mine and harvesting what I've not planted.

Luke 15:22

But his father said to the servants, “Hurry and bring the best clothes and put them on him. Give him a ring for his finger and sandals for his feet.

Psalm 15:4

They hate worthless people, but show respect for all who worship the Lord. And they keep their promises, no matter what the cost.

1 Kings 2:41

Someone told Solomon that Shimei had gone to Gath and was back.

1 Kings 2:43

You have disobeyed me and have broken the promise you made to the Lord.