And if the avenger of blood pursue after him, then they shall not deliver the slayer up into his hand; because he smote his neighbour unwittingly, and hated him not beforetime.
Y si el pariente que busca venganza viene tras él, los líderes de la ciudad no deben entregar a la persona que causó la muerte. Esto es porque mató a su prójimo por accidente, sin tener odio previo hacia él.
Las ciudades de refugio debían proteger a quien matara accidentalmente, sin entregar al homicida involuntario al vengador de sangre.
📚 Contexto Histórico
In the time of Joshua, after the Israelites had conquered the Promised Land, God instructed them to designate cities of refuge as part of the laws given in the Torah. These cities served as safe places for individuals who accidentally caused someone's death, shielding them from the avenger of blood, a family member seeking retribution based on ancient tribal customs. This system ensured that justice was determined through community leaders rather than personal vengeance, reflecting God's emphasis on fairness in Israelite society.
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