He threw stones at David and David’s servants, although all the people and all the warriors were shielding David.
When King David came to Bahurim, a man who was a distant cousin of Saul came out cursing. His name was Shimei, son of Gera.
Shimei cursed and said, “Get out! Get out, you bloodthirsty man! You worthless person!
He pleaded with the king, “Don’t remember the crime I committed the day you left Jerusalem. Don’t hold it against me or even think about it, Your Majesty.