Joshua 20:9
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Joshua 20:9 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Joshua 20:9 is a verse from the book of Joshua in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "These were the cities appointed for all the children of Israel, and for the stranger that sojourneth among them, that wh..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Joshua 20:9 — KJV
“These were the cities appointed for all the children of Israel, and for the stranger that sojourneth among them, that whosoever killeth any person at unawares might flee thither, and not die by the hand of the avenger of blood, until he stood before the congregation.”
— Joshua 20:9 (KJV)
Joshua 20:9 in Context — About the Book of Joshua
Joshua is the book of possessed promises. After Moses' death, Joshua leads Israel across the Jordan, around Jericho's walls, and into the inheritance God swore to Abraham. It is a manual for courage — God's command to be strong and courageous frames the whole conquest.
Cross-References for Joshua 20:9
“These six cities shall be a refuge, both for the children of Israel, and for the stranger, and for the sojourner among them: that every one that killeth any person unawares may flee thither.”
Shares key themes with Joshua 20:9: these, cities, children
“That the slayer that killeth any person unawares and unwittingly may flee thither: and they shall be your refuge from the avenger of blood.”
Shares key themes with Joshua 20:9: killeth, any, person
“Therefore I said unto the children of Israel, No soul of you shall eat blood, neither shall any stranger that sojourneth among you eat blood.”
Shares key themes with Joshua 20:9: children, israel, stranger
“Then ye shall appoint you cities to be cities of refuge for you; that the slayer may flee thither, which killeth any person at unawares. at...: Heb. by error”
Shares key themes with Joshua 20:9: cities, killeth, any
“And whatsoever man there be of the children of Israel, or of the strangers that sojourn among you, which hunteth and catcheth any beast or fowl that may be eaten; he shall even pour out the blood thereof, and cover it with dust. which...: Heb. that hunteth any hunting”
Shares key themes with Joshua 20:9: children, israel, stranger
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