Joshua 20:3 meaning and explanation

so that anyone who kills another unintentionally or accidentally may flee there. These will be your refuge from the avenger of blood.

Joshua 20:3, Berean Standard Bible

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The LORD is speaking to Joshua, who relays the command to Israel as they settle the promised land. Here God explains the purpose of the cities of refuge: a person who kills someone without intent, by accident rather than design, may flee to one of these towns.

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