Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Numbers 35:14 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Numbers 35:14 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Numbers chapter 35 verse 14 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Ye shall give three cities on this side Jordan, and three cities shall ye give in the land of Canaan, which shall be cities of refuge.”
Numbers 35:14 (KJV)
Commentary on Numbers 35:14
Three cities on this side Jordan, and three cities shall ye give in the land of Canaan—the strategic distribution ensured no Israelite was more than 30 miles from safety. This geographical equity reveals God's impartiality: the two-and-a-half tribes east of Jordan received equal provision with the nine-and-a-half tribes in Canaan proper.Jewish tradition held that roads to these cities were clearly marked and well-maintained, with signposts reading 'Refuge! Refuge!' at every intersection. Similarly, the gospel is proclaimed widely (Mark 16:15), leaving none without access to Christ, our true mi...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Numbers 35:14
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“as he has sworn to your fathers”
“and Shechem in the hill country of Ephraim”
“Then Moses severed three cities on this side Jordan toward the sunrising;”