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Joshua 20:9
New English Translation
Joshua 20:9
New English Translation
9 These were the cities of refuge[a] appointed for all the Israelites and for resident foreigners living among them. Anyone who accidentally killed someone could escape there and not be executed by[b] the avenger of blood, at least until his case was reviewed by the assembly.[c]
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- Joshua 20:9 tn The Hebrew text reads simply “the cities.” The words “for refuge” are supplied for clarification.
- Joshua 20:9 tn Heb “and not die by the hand of.”
- Joshua 20:9 tn Heb “until he stands before the assembly.” The words “at least” are supplied for clarification.
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