2 Samuel 19:8-30 The Message (MSG)

8. So the king came out and took his place at the city gate. Soon everyone knew: “Oh, look! The king has come out to receive us.” And his whole army came and presented itself to the king. But the Israelites had fled the field of battle and gone home.

14. He captured the hearts of everyone in Judah. They were unanimous in sending for the king: “Come back, you and all your servants.”

21. Abishai son of Zeruiah interrupted, “Enough of this! Shouldn’t we kill him outright? Why, he cursed God’s anointed!”

22. But David said, “What is it with you sons of Zeruiah? Why do you insist on being so contentious? Nobody is going to be killed today. I am again king over Israel!”

23. Then the king turned to Shimei, “You’re not going to die.” And the king gave him his word.

29. “That’s enough,” said the king. “Say no more. Here’s my decision: You and Ziba divide the property between you.”

30. Mephibosheth said, “Oh, let him have it all! All I care about is that my master the king is home safe and sound!”

2 Samuel 19