Do therefore according to thy wisdom, and let not his hoar head go down to the grave in peace.

Wesley's Notes

2:6 Do therefore - That is, what in reason and justice thou seest fit. For tho' I was forced to forbear him, yet I never forgave him; punish him according to his demerits.

Scofield Reference Notes

Margin grave

Heb. "Sheol," See Scofield Note: "Hab 2:5".

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

6. Do . according to thy wisdom-Joab's immense popularity with the army required that any proceedings instituted against him should be taken with great prudence and deliberation.

Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary

2:5-11 These dying counsels concerning Joab and Shimei, did not come from personal anger, but for the security of Solomon's throne, which was the murders he had committed, but would readily repeat them to carry any purpose; though long reprieved, he shall be reckoned with at last. Time does not wear out the guilt of any sin, particularly of murder. Concerning Shimei, Hold him not guiltless; do not think him any true friend to thee, or thy government, or fit to be trusted; he has no less malice now than he had then. David's dying sentiments are recorded, as delivered under the influence of the Holy Ghost,