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Deuteronomy 4:41 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Deuteronomy 4:41 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 4 verse 41 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Cities of Refuge East of the Jordan
“Then Moses severed three cities on this side Jordan toward the sunrising ;”
Deuteronomy 4:41 (KJV)
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Commentary on Deuteronomy 4:41
Then Moses severed three cities on this side Jordan toward the sunrising.The narrative shifts abruptly from exhortation to action. The verb yavdil (יַבְדִּל, 'severed/set apart') indicates formal consecration for a specific purpose. Moses does not merely designate but actively separates these cities for their sacred function. The phrase mizrechah shamesh (מִזְרְחָה שָׁמֶשׁ, 'toward the rising sun') locates them east of the Jordan—Transjordan territory already conquered.This practical legislation follows theological discourse, demonstrating that doctrine must produce ethics. Moses moves seamles...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Deuteronomy 4:41
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“they shall be the six cities of refuge”
“and three cities shall you give in the land of Canaan; they shall be cities of refuge.”
“saying”