Deu 4:41-43 | MHM | STEP | Deuteronomy 4:41 – Cities of Refuge and the Law Repeated This passage describes how Moses appointed three cities of refuge east of the Jordan River, giving Israel places where people who accidentally killed someone could find safety. Moses did this while he was still with the people, setting an example for future leaders. The section also introduces another important message from Moses, where he repeats the law for Israel to obey. This reminder helps the people understand the rules clearly so they can follow them and live well in the land God gave them. The laws are presented as a mirror to show their true selves and guide their behavior. Moses gave these laws near the land they had just conquered, which showed God’s power and encouraged them to obey. v. 41-43 : Moses chose three cities of refuge on the east side of the Jordan River. One city was in Reuben’s territory, another in Gad’s, and the third in half the tribe of Manasseh’s land. These cities were safe places for people who killed someone by accident, to protect them from revenge until a fair trial could happen (Deuteronomy 4:41-43 ).

‏ Deuteronomy 4:41-43

Deuteronomy 4:41 – Cities of Refuge and the Law Repeated

This passage describes how Moses appointed three cities of refuge east of the Jordan River, giving Israel places where people who accidentally killed someone could find safety. Moses did this while he was still with the people, setting an example for future leaders. The section also introduces another important message from Moses, where he repeats the law for Israel to obey. This reminder helps the people understand the rules clearly so they can follow them and live well in the land God gave them. The laws are presented as a mirror to show their true selves and guide their behavior. Moses gave these laws near the land they had just conquered, which showed God’s power and encouraged them to obey.

v. 41-43: Moses chose three cities of refuge on the east side of the Jordan River. One city was in Reuben’s territory, another in Gad’s, and the third in half the tribe of Manasseh’s land. These cities were safe places for people who killed someone by accident, to protect them from revenge until a fair trial could happen (Deuteronomy 4:41-43 ^a).

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