Joshua 20:3

That the slayer that killeth any person unawares and unwittingly may flee thither: and they shall be your refuge from the avenger of blood.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Joshua 20:3

BSB
so that anyone who kills another unintentionally or accidentally may flee there. These will be your refuge from the avenger of blood.
AKJV
That the slayer that kills any person unawares and unwittingly may flee thither: and they shall be your refuge from the avenger of blood.
CPDV
so that anyone who will have struck down a life unintentionally may flee to them. And so, he may be able to escape from the wrath of a close relative, who is an avenger of blood.
ERV
that the manslayer that killeth any person unwittingly and unawares may flee thither: and they shall be unto you for a refuge from the avenger of blood.
NHEB
that the manslayer who kills any person accidentally or unintentionally may flee there. They shall be for you a refuge from the avenger of blood.
SMT
For the slayer smiting a soul in mistake and without knowledge, to flee there: and they shall be to you for refuge from the nearest kinsman of blood.

Commentary for Joshua 20:3

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Overview of Joshua 20:3
Summary
Unintentional killer gains sanctuary protection from revenge
Place
Refuge cities
Event
Refuge purpose explained
Estimated Time Period
c. 1400 BC
Category
Law