Deuteronomy 19:6 meaning and explanation
Otherwise, the avenger of blood might pursue the manslayer in a rage, overtake him if the distance is great, and strike him dead though he did not deserve to die, since he did not intend any harm.
Deuteronomy 19:6, Berean Standard Bible
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Moses is instructing Israel as they prepare to settle Canaan. Verses 1 to 3 command three cities of refuge, and verse 6 gives the reason: the avenger of blood, a close relative responsible for justice, might chase the manslayer in hot anger and kill him on a long road, though he killed without intent.
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