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What does 1 Chronicles 19:5 mean?

When David heard what happened to his men, he sent word for them to stay in Jericho until their beards grew back, because they were so embarrassed. 1 Chronicles 19:5 - Modern Text Bible

(David cares about his men's dignity. He tells them to stay away from Jerusalem until they've recovered from the humiliation.)