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What were the children of Israel instructed to appoint?
What were the children of Israel instructed to appoint?
Cities of refuge
By whose hand had Joshua spake unto the children of Israel?
By whose hand had Joshua spake unto the children of Israel?
Moses
Who would flee to the cities of refuge?
Who would flee to the cities of refuge?
The slayer that killeth any person unawares and unwittingly
The cities of refuge would provide safety from whom?
The cities of refuge would provide safety from whom?
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Where would the one fleeing stand upon entering the city?
Where would the one fleeing stand upon entering the city?
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Where would the fleeing individual declare their cause?
Where would the fleeing individual declare their cause?
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What would the elders do for the one who flees?
What would the elders do for the one who flees?
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What happens if the avenger of blood pursues the slayer?
What happens if the avenger of blood pursues the slayer?
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Why would the elders of the city not deliver the slayer to the avenger?
Why would the elders of the city not deliver the slayer to the avenger?
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How long should the slayer dwell in the city of refuge?
How long should the slayer dwell in the city of refuge?
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Where would the slayer go after leaving the city of refuge?
Where would the slayer go after leaving the city of refuge?
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What areas were appointed as cities of refuge?
What areas were appointed as cities of refuge?
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What areas were assigned on the other side of Jordan by Jericho eastward?
What areas were assigned on the other side of Jordan by Jericho eastward?
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What was the total number of cities of refuge that were appointed?
What was the total number of cities of refuge that were appointed?
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Study Notes
Cities of Refuge in Joshua Chapter 20
- The Lord commanded Joshua to designate cities of refuge for the children of Israel to ensure justice and protection.
- Joshua received this instruction from Moses, maintaining the continuity of leadership and divine guidance.
Purpose of Cities of Refuge
- Designated for individuals who accidentally kill someone without intent, allowing them a safe space from the avenger of blood.
- These cities serve as both protection and a means to ensure fair judgment without immediate retribution.
Procedures for Fleeing
- Individuals fleeing to the cities must stand at the entrance and present their case to the city elders.
- Elders are responsible for admitting the person into the city, providing a place to reside, and ensuring their safety.
Protection from Avenger of Blood
- If pursued, the city elders are required to protect the slayer and not hand them over to the avenger due to the nature of the incident (unintentional).
Duration of Stay
- The slayer must remain in the city of refuge until judged by the congregation or until the death of the high priest of the time.
Return After Exile
- Once allowed to leave, the slayer can return to their original city and home, reinstating their place within the community.
Locations of Cities of Refuge
- Three cities appointed in Canaan:
- Kedesh in Galilee (Mountain of Naphtali)
- Shechem in Mount Ephraim
- Kirjath-arba (Hebron) in the Mountain of Judah
- Three additional cities on the east side of Jordan:
- Bezer in the wilderness (Tribe of Reuben)
- Ramoth in Gilead (Tribe of Gad)
- Golan in Bashan (Tribe of Manasseh)
Total Number of Cities
- A total of six cities of refuge were established to ensure safety and justice for the unintentional slayer.
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