מלכים א, פרק ט״ז, פסוק כ׳

The summary of Zimri's reign and his act of rebellion comes to a close with a formal reference to the historical chronicles. However, his treason is not remembered merely as an isolated historical event.

In later writings, his actions take on a deeper symbolic meaning. Zimri transforms into the ultimate proverb of a traitor. He stands as the classic example of a rebellious figure whose entire success was defined solely by the assassination of the king who came before him [ביאור שטיינזלץ].