Bible Dictionary
Shunammite, The
The Shunammite designation applies to Abishag, who cared for David, and to the unnamed woman who welcomed Elisha and whose son was restored to life.
Definition
The Shunammite designation means a native of Shunem. In the biblical accounts it applies to Abishag, David’s nurse, and to the unnamed woman who welcomed Elisha and whose son was restored to life.
Biblical Usage
Abishag was brought to minister to the aged David. Elisha’s Shunammite hostess received him, and her son was restored after his death. The supplied material also records her later appeal concerning her property.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
i.e. the native of Shunem, is applied to two persons: Abishag, the nurse of King David, (1 Kings 1:3,15; 2:17,21,22) and the nameless hostess of Elisha. (2 Kings 4:12,25; 36)