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).