Deuteronomy 19:7 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Wherefore I command thee, saying, Thou shalt separate three cities for thee.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

This is why I'm commanding you: you must set apart three cities for yourself.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is commanding the Israelites to designate three specific cities as places of refuge.

📚 Historical Context

Moses was giving instructions to the Israelites about establishing cities of refuge in the Promised Land. These cities would serve as safe havens for people who accidentally killed someone, protecting them from revenge killings by the victim's family members. This was part of God's justice system that balanced mercy with accountability.

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