II Samuel 16:9-13

So David's man wanted to go over and take off his head.

You know, David, probably in all of Israel deserved honor and respect more than anyone else in that whole place. But it was David who had within his rights to send any of his soldiers over there and to take his head. And I am sure that maybe David even thought about it. But instead, David demonstrates remarkable restraint. David's ability to endure false accusations reflects his reliance on God rather than seeking justice and defending his honor. Shimei was more than just throwing insults at David, he was throwing stones. You know, we always talk about sticks and stones may break our bones, but words will never hurt me. Well, in this situation, I think it is both. The words he was throwing was just as much as an insult as the stones that were being thrown. So we can see how David's refusing to retaliate and his willingness to endure humiliation aligns perfectly with the principle of "turn the other cheek" and "go the extra mile."