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Designation of an inhabitant of Shunem.
1. Abishag, the 'fair damsel' that was chosen to cherish David in his old age. 1 Kings 1: 3, 15; 1 Kings 2: 17-22.
2. The 'great woman' who provided Elisha with a lodging. She was rewarded with a son, but he died when a lad. She hastened to the prophet, and her faith was such that she could say, "It is well." This was answered by her son being raised to life again. 2 Kings 4: 8-37.