Joshua 20:9
20:9 These were the cities of refuge 1 appointed for all the Israelites and for resident foreigners living among them. Anyone who accidentally killed someone could escape there and not be executed by 2 the avenger of blood, at least until his case was reviewed by the assembly. 3
1 tn The Hebrew text reads simply “the cities.” The words “for refuge” are supplied for clarification.
2 tn Heb “and not die by the hand of.”
3 tn Heb “until he stands before the assembly.” The words “at least” are supplied for clarification.