Exodus 21:13

And if a man lie not in wait, but God deliver him into his hand; then I will appoint thee a place whither he shall flee.

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Other Translations for Exodus 21:13

BSB
If, however, he did not lie in wait, but God allowed it to happen, then I will appoint for you a place where he may flee.
AKJV
And if a man lie not in wait, but God deliver him into his hand; then I will appoint you a place where he shall flee.
CPDV
But if he did not lie in wait for him, but God delivered him into his hands, then I will appoint for you a place to which he must flee.
ERV
And if a man lie not in wait, but God deliver him into his hand; then I will appoint thee a place whither he shall flee.
NHEB
but not if it is unintentional, but God allows it to happen: then I will appoint you a place where he shall flee.
SMT
And when he hunted not after, and God let fall into his hand, and I set to thee a place where he shall flee there.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Exodus 21:13

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Commentary for Exodus 21:13

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Exodus 21:13
Summary
Accidental killer may flee to refuge city
Place
Refuge city
Event
Asylum provision for manslaughter
Estimated Time Period
c. 1300 BC
Category
Law