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◄ Deuteronomy 4:43►
New International Version
The cities were these: Bezer in the wilderness plateau, for the Reubenites; Ramoth in Gilead, for the Gadites; and Golan in Bashan, for the Manassites.

New Living Translation
These were the cities: Bezer on the wilderness plateau for the tribe of Reuben; Ramoth in Gilead for the tribe of Gad; Golan in Bashan for the tribe of Manasseh.

English Standard Version
Bezer in the wilderness on the tableland for the Reubenites, Ramoth in Gilead for the Gadites, and Golan in Bashan for the Manassites.

Berean Standard Bible
Bezer in the wilderness on the plateau belonging to the Reubenites, Ramoth in Gilead belonging to the Gadites, or Golan in Bashan belonging to the Manassites.

King James Bible
Namely, Bezer in the wilderness, in the plain country, of the Reubenites; and Ramoth in Gilead, of the Gadites; and Golan in Bashan, of the Manassites.

New King James Version
Bezer in the wilderness on the plateau for the Reubenites, Ramoth in Gilead for the Gadites, and Golan in Bashan for the Manassites.

New American Standard Bible
Bezer in the wilderness on the plateau for the Reubenites, Ramoth in Gilead for the Gadites, and Golan in Bashan for the Manassites.

NASB 1995
Bezer in the wilderness on the plateau for the Reubenites, and Ramoth in Gilead for the Gadites, and Golan in Bashan for the Manassites.

NASB 1977
Bezer in the wilderness on the plateau for the Reubenites, and Ramoth in Gilead for the Gadites, and Golan in Bashan for the Manassites.

Legacy Standard Bible
Bezer in the wilderness on the plateau for the Reubenites, and Ramoth in Gilead for the Gadites, and Golan in Bashan for the Manassites.

Amplified Bible
Bezer in the wilderness on the plateau for the Reubenites, and Ramoth in Gilead for the Gadites, and Golan in Bashan for the Manassites.

Christian Standard Bible
Bezer in the wilderness on the plateau land, belonging to the Reubenites; Ramoth in Gilead, belonging to the Gadites; or Golan in Bashan, belonging to the Manassites.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Bezer in the wilderness on the plateau land, belonging to the Reubenites; Ramoth in Gilead, belonging to the Gadites; or Golan in Bashan, belonging to the Manassites.

American Standard Version
namely, Bezer in the wilderness, in the plain country, for the Reubenites; and Ramoth in Gilead, for the Gadites; and Golan in Bashan, for the Manassites.

English Revised Version
namely, Bezer in the wilderness, in the plain country, for the Reubenites; and Ramoth in Gilead, for the Gadites; and Golan in Bashan, for the Manassites.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The cities were Bezer on the desert plateau for the tribe of Reuben, Ramoth in Gilead for the tribe of Gad, and Golan in Bashan for the tribe of Manasseh.

Good News Translation
For the tribe of Reuben there was the city of Bezer, on the desert plateau; for the tribe of Gad there was Ramoth, in the territory of Gilead; and for the tribe of Manasseh there was Golan, in the territory of Bashan.

International Standard Version
Bezer in the desert plain for the descendants of Reuben, Ramoth in Gilead for the descendants of Gad, and Golan in Bashan for the descendants of Manasseh.

NET Bible
These cities are Bezer, in the desert plateau, for the Reubenites; Ramoth in Gilead for the Gadites; and Golan in Bashan for the Manassehites.

New Heart English Bible
Bezer in the wilderness, on the plateau, for the Reubenites; and Ramoth in Gilead, for the Gadites; and Golan in Bashan, for the Manassites.

Webster's Bible Translation
Namely, Bezer in the wilderness, in the plain country, of the Reubenites; and Ramoth in Gilead, of the Gadites; and Golan in Bashan, of the Manassites.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
Bezer in the wilderness on the plateau belonging to the Reubenites, Ramoth in Gilead belonging to the Gadites, or Golan in Bashan belonging to the Manassites.

World English Bible
Bezer in the wilderness, in the plain country, for the Reubenites; and Ramoth in Gilead for the Gadites; and Golan in Bashan for the Manassites.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Bezer in the wilderness, in the land of the plain, for the Reubenite; and Ramoth in Gilead for the Gadite; and Golan in Bashan for the Manassite.

Young's Literal Translation
Bezer, in the wilderness, in the land of the plain, of the Reubenite; and Ramoth, in Gilead, of the Gadite; and Golan, in Bashan, of the Manassahite.

Smith's Literal Translation
Bezer in the desert, in the land of the plain to the Reubenites, and Ramoth in Gilead to the Gadites, and Golan in Bashan, to the Manassites.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Bosor in the wilderness, which is situate in the plains of the tribe of Ruben: and Ramoth in Galaad, which is in the tribe of Gad: and Golan in Basan, which is in the tribe of Manasses.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Bezer in the wilderness, which is situated in the plains of the tribe of Ruben; and Ramoth in Gilead, which is in the tribe of Gad; and Golan in Bashan, which is in the tribe of Manasseh.

New American Bible
Bezer in the wilderness, in the region of the plateau, for the Reubenites; Ramoth in Gilead for the Gadites; and Golan in Bashan for the Manassites. A. The Lord’s Covenant with Israel

New Revised Standard Version
Bezer in the wilderness on the tableland belonging to the Reubenites, Ramoth in Gilead belonging to the Gadites, and Golan in Bashan belonging to the Manassites.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Namely, Bezer in the wilderness, in the plain country, of the Reubenites; and Ramath in Gilead, of the Gadites; and Golan in Mathnin, of the Manassites.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
One of them : Butsar in the wilderness, in the land of the plain of Rubil, and the other Ramath Gelad of Gad, and Gulan that is in Mathnin of Menasheh.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Bezer in the wilderness, in the table-land, for the Reubenites; and Ramoth in Gilead, for the Gadites; and Golan in Bashan, for the Manassites.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Bosor in the wilderness, in the plain country of Ruben, and Ramoth in Galaadbelonging to Gad, and Gaulon in Basanbelonging to Manasse.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Cities of Refuge
…42to which a manslayer could flee after killing his neighbor unintentionally without prior malice. To save one’s own life, he could flee to one of these cities:43Bezerin the wildernesson the plateaubelonging to the Reubenites,Ramothin Gileadbelonging to the Gadites,or Golanin Bashanbelonging to the Manassites.

Cross References
Joshua 20:8
And beyond the Jordan, east of Jericho, they designated Bezer on the wilderness plateau from the tribe of Reuben, Ramoth in Gilead from the tribe of Gad, and Golan in Bashan from the tribe of Manasseh.

Numbers 35:14
Select three cities across the Jordan and three in the land of Canaan as cities of refuge.

Joshua 21:36-37
From the tribe of Reuben they were given Bezer, Jahaz, / Kedemoth, and Mephaath—four cities, together with their pasturelands.

1 Chronicles 6:78-79
From the tribe of Reuben east of the Jordan opposite Jericho they were given Bezer in the wilderness, Jahzah, / Kedemoth, and Mephaath, together with their pasturelands.

Joshua 20:1-9
Then the LORD said to Joshua, / “Tell the Israelites to designate the cities of refuge, as I instructed you through Moses, / so that anyone who kills another unintentionally or accidentally may flee there. These will be your refuge from the avenger of blood. ...

Numbers 35:6
Six of the cities you give the Levites are to be appointed as cities of refuge, to which a manslayer may flee. In addition to these, give the Levites forty-two other cities.

Joshua 21:13
So to the descendants of Aaron the priest they gave these cities, together with their pasturelands: Hebron, a city of refuge for the manslayer, Libnah,

Joshua 21:27
This is what the Levite clans of the Gershonites were given: From the half-tribe of Manasseh they were given Golan in Bashan, a city of refuge for the manslayer, and Beeshterah—two cities, together with their pasturelands.

Joshua 21:32
And from the tribe of Naphtali they were given Kedesh in Galilee (a city of refuge for the manslayer), Hammoth-dor, and Kartan—three cities, together with their pasturelands.

Joshua 21:38
And from the tribe of Gad they were given Ramoth in Gilead, a city of refuge for the manslayer, Mahanaim,

Hebrews 6:18
Thus by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled to take hold of the hope set before us may be strongly encouraged.

Matthew 5:21-22
You have heard that it was said to the ancients, ‘Do not murder’ and ‘Anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’ / But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, ‘Raca,’ will be subject to the Sanhedrin. But anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be subject to the fire of hell.

Acts 7:53
you who received the law ordained by angels, yet have not kept it.”

Romans 7:7
What then shall we say? Is the law sin? Certainly not! Indeed, I would not have been mindful of sin if not for the law. For I would not have been aware of coveting if the law had not said, “Do not covet.”

Galatians 3:19
Why then was the law given? It was added because of transgressions, until the arrival of the seed to whom the promise referred. It was administered through angels by a mediator.


Treasury of Scripture

Namely, Bezer in the wilderness, in the plain country, of the Reubenites; and Ramoth in Gilead, of the Gadites; and Golan in Bashan, of the Manassites.

Genesis 36:33
And Bela died, and Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his stead.

Joshua 20:8
And on the other side Jordan by Jericho eastward, they assigned Bezer in the wilderness upon the plain out of the tribe of Reuben, and Ramoth in Gilead out of the tribe of Gad, and Golan in Bashan out of the tribe of Manasseh.

Joshua 21:38
And out of the tribe of Gad, Ramoth in Gilead with her suburbs,to be a city of refuge for the slayer; and Mahanaim with her suburbs,

1 Kings 4:13
The son of Geber, in Ramothgilead; to himpertained the towns of Jair the son of Manasseh, whichare in Gilead; to himalso pertained the region of Argob, whichis in Bashan, threescore great cities with walls and brasen bars:

1 Kings 22:3,4
And the king of Israel said unto his servants, Know ye that Ramoth in Gileadis ours, and webe still,and take it not out of the hand of the king of Syria? …

Joshua 21:27
And unto the children of Gershon, of the families of the Levites, out of theother half tribe of Manassehthey gave Golan in Bashan with her suburbs,to be a city of refuge for the slayer; and Beeshterah with her suburbs; two cities.

1 Chronicles 6:71
Unto the sons of Gershomwere given out of the family of the half tribe of Manasseh, Golan in Bashan with her suburbs, and Ashtaroth with her suburbs:

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Deuteronomy 4
1.An exhortation to obedience
41.Moses appoints the three cities of refuge on that side of Jordan
44.Recapitulation














Bezer in the wilderness on the plateau belonging to the Reubenites
Bezer was designated as one of the cities of refuge, a place where someone who had accidentally killed another could flee for safety until a fair trial could be conducted. The location in the wilderness on the plateau indicates a region that was somewhat isolated, providing a natural barrier and protection. The Reubenites, one of the tribes of Israel, were allocated this territory east of the Jordan River. This allocation is consistent with the division of land among the tribes as described in the Book of Joshua. The concept of cities of refuge is a foreshadowing of Christ as our refuge, offering protection and salvation to those who seek Him.

Ramoth in Gilead belonging to the Gadites
Ramoth in Gilead was another city of refuge, strategically located in the territory of the Gadites. Gilead was a fertile region known for its balm, a healing ointment, which is referenced inJeremiah 8:22. The Gadites were known as fierce warriors, and their territory was often a site of conflict due to its strategic importance. The city of Ramoth is mentioned in several biblical battles, highlighting its significance. The provision of refuge here symbolizes the availability of God's mercy and justice, themes that are central to the gospel message.

Golan in Bashan belonging to the Manassites
Golan in Bashan was the third city of refuge mentioned in this passage, situated in the territory of the half-tribe of Manasseh. Bashan was known for its rich pastures and strong bulls, as noted inPsalm 22:12. The Manassites were descendants of Joseph, and their inheritance was divided between the east and west of the Jordan. Golan's role as a city of refuge underscores the importance of justice and mercy in the community of Israel. The cities of refuge collectively point to the ultimate refuge found in Christ, who provides safety and redemption for all who come to Him in faith.

Persons / Places / Events
1.Bezer
A city designated as a city of refuge for the tribe of Reuben. Located in the wilderness on the plateau, it served as a sanctuary for those who accidentally committed manslaughter.

2.Ramoth in Gilead
A city of refuge for the tribe of Gad. Situated in the region of Gilead, it provided protection and justice for those seeking asylum.

3.Golan in Bashan
A city of refuge for the tribe of Manasseh. Located in Bashan, it was a place where individuals could flee to avoid revenge until a fair trial could be conducted.

4.Reubenites, Gadites, Manassites
These are the tribes of Israel for whom the cities of refuge were designated. Each tribe had a specific city where members could seek refuge.

5.Cities of Refuge
Instituted by God as part of the Mosaic Law, these cities provided a legal and safe haven for individuals who committed unintentional manslaughter, ensuring justice and mercy.
Teaching Points
God's Justice and Mercy
The cities of refuge illustrate God's balance of justice and mercy. They provided a way to protect the innocent while ensuring that justice was served. This reflects God's character and His desire for fairness and compassion.

Sanctuary and Safety
Just as the cities of refuge offered physical safety, God offers spiritual refuge to those who seek Him. Believers can find sanctuary in God's presence, knowing He is a safe haven in times of trouble.

Community Responsibility
The establishment of these cities highlights the responsibility of the community to uphold justice and protect the vulnerable. Christians are called to create environments of safety and support for those in need.

Symbol of Christ
The cities of refuge can be seen as a foreshadowing of Christ, who provides ultimate refuge and salvation. Just as the cities offered protection from physical death, Jesus offers protection from spiritual death.

Intentionality in Obedience
The specific designation of cities for each tribe shows the importance of intentionality in following God's commands. Believers are encouraged to be deliberate in their obedience to God's Word.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1.What is the meaning of Deuteronomy 4:43?

2.How does Deuteronomy 4:43 illustrate God's provision for justice and refuge?

3.What role do cities of refuge play in understanding God's mercy and law?

4.How can we apply the concept of refuge in our communities today?

5.Connect Deuteronomy 4:43 with Jesus as our ultimate refuge in the New Testament.

6.What does Deuteronomy 4:43 teach about God's concern for fairness and protection?

7.What is the significance of the cities of refuge mentioned in Deuteronomy 4:43?

8.How does Deuteronomy 4:43 reflect God's justice and mercy?

9.Why were specific cities chosen as refuges in Deuteronomy 4:43?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 4?

11.What were the biblical Cities of Refuge for?

12.Deuteronomy 19:2-3: Is there any archaeological evidence of Israel establishing and maintaining these cities of refuge as described?

13.Where is the archaeological evidence confirming the six cities of refuge mentioned in Joshua 20:7-8?

14.Why is there no conclusive archaeological evidence for the six cities of refuge (Numbers 35:9-15) if they were central to Israelite legal practice?
What Does Deuteronomy 4:43 Mean
Bezer in the wilderness on the plateau belonging to the Reubenites

Bezer is the first of the three eastern “cities of refuge” Moses names just before Israel crosses the Jordan.

• Location: “in the wilderness on the plateau” (cf.Numbers 32:37–38), the wide, elevated tableland east of the Dead Sea.

• Tribe: Reuben, the firstborn of Jacob (Genesis 49:3). Although Reuben forfeited certain privileges, God still grants his descendants a haven of mercy.

• Purpose: A place where someone who killed unintentionally could flee and live (Deuteronomy 19:1–3;Joshua 20:8). Justice and compassion meet—avenger bloodshed is restrained while due process occurs (Numbers 35:9–15).

• Picture of Christ: Just as Bezer lay ready and accessible, the Lord Himself is “a refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble” (Psalm 46:1).

Ramoth in Gilead belonging to the Gadites

Ramoth (“heights”) sits in the fertile region of Gilead, east of the Jordan.

• Strategic center: Later scenes of warfare and prophecy unfold here (1 Kings 22:3–38;2 Kings 9:1-6). Its prominence underlines God’s insistence that refuge be available where people live and travel.

• Tribal stewardship: Gad’s territory housed shepherds and soldiers (1 Chronicles 12:8). Their land hosting a refuge city highlights service to the wider covenant family.

• Legal function: Like Bezer, Ramoth guarded against vengeance and preserved life until a fair trial (Joshua 20:8). The impartial justice God describes inExodus 21:12-13 is modeled here.

• Spiritual echo:Hebrews 6:18 points to those “who have fled to take hold of the hope set before us.” Ramoth’s walls foreshadow that secure hope.

Golan in Bashan belonging to the Manassites

Golan lies north in the rich volcanic land of Bashan, among the half-tribe of Manasseh.

• Fertile and fortified: Bashan’s oaks and livestock (Deuteronomy 32:14;Amos 4:1) testify to God’s provision. Setting a refuge here reveals His concern for every corner of Israel’s settlements.

• Manasseh’s share: Though split across the Jordan (Joshua 17:1-6), Manasseh’s people still receive—and provide—God’s mercy. Unity in safeguarding life transcends geography.

• Enduring witness: Centuries later, descendants of Gershon serve here (1 Chronicles 6:71). The city’s continuing role demonstrates the lasting relevance of God’s statutes (Psalm 19:7-8).

• Anticipation of grace: In Christ, “there is now no condemnation” (Romans 8:1). Golan’s open gates prefigure that liberating verdict for all who run to Him.

summary

Deuteronomy 4:43 names Bezer, Ramoth, and Golan to show that, even before Israel steps foot in Canaan, God ensures ready access to mercy and justice for every tribe east of the Jordan. Each city illustrates His unchanging character—protecting the innocent, restraining vengeance, and foreshadowing the ultimate refuge found in the Savior.

Verse 43. - Names of the citiesset apart.Bezer; LXX.βοσόρ; one of the cities of the plain or table-land of the Amorites, on the east of Jordan (Deuteronomy 3:10;Joshua 20:8), afterwards a Levitical city in the tribe of Reuben (Joshua 21:36). It is probably the Bosor of I Macc. 5:36; it has not been identified with any existing locality, but the ruined heaps of Burazin to the east of Hesban, or those of Berza in the same district, may mark its site.Ramoth in Gilead; probably the same as Ramoth-mizpeh (Joshua 13:26); it lay to the northwest of Philadelphia (Rabba or Rabbath-Ammon,hod. Amman), on the Jabbok ('Onom.,'s.v." Rammoth" and "Remmoth"); a Levitical city in the tribe of Gad (Joshua 21:38),hod.Es Salt, six hours from Amman (Von Raumer, Porter).Golan in Bashan. Eusebius identifies this with Gaulon, a very large village in Batanaea, from which the surrounding region had its name, viz. Gaulonitis, hod. Jolan ('Onom.,'s.v. "Gau-lon "); it was a Levitical city in the tribe of Manasseh (Joshua 21:27;1 Chronicles 6:71); it has not been identified.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Bezer
בֶּ֧צֶר(be·ṣer)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1221:Bezer -- 'fortress', a city in Reuben, also a descendant of Asher

in the wilderness
בַּמִּדְבָּ֛ר(bam·miḏ·bār)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4057:A pasture, a desert, speech

on the plateau
הַמִּישֹׁ֖ר(ham·mî·šōr)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4334:A level, a plain, as a, straightness, justice

belonging to the Reubenites,
לָרֻֽאוּבֵנִ֑י‪‬(lā·ru·’ū·ḇê·nî)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7206:Reubenites -- a Reubenite

Ramoth
רָאמֹ֤ת(rā·mōṯ)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 7216:Ramoth -- 'heights', the name of several cities in Israel

in Gilead
בַּגִּלְעָד֙(bag·gil·‘āḏ)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1568:Gilead -- a region in Palestine, also the name of several Israelites

belonging to the Gadites,
לַגָּדִ֔י(lag·gā·ḏî)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1425:Gadites -- descendants of Gad

or Golan
גּוֹלָ֥ן(gō·w·lān)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1474:Golan -- a city and a region East of the Jordan in Manasseh

in Bashan
בַּבָּשָׁ֖ן(bab·bā·šān)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1316:Bashan -- 'smooth', a region East of the Jordan

belonging to the Manassites.
לַֽמְנַשִּֽׁי׃(lam·naš·šî)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4520:Manassites -- descendant of Mannasseh


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