Joshua 21
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Joshua 21:34-40

34To the families of Merari, who were from the tribe of Levi, the tribe of Zebulun gave four cities with pasturelands: Jokneam, Kartah,

35Dimnah, and Nahalal.

36The tribe of Reuben also gave them four cities with pasturelands: Bezer, Jahaz,

37Kedemoth, and Mephaath.

38The tribe of Gad also gave them four cities with pasturelands: Ramoth in Gilead (a city of refuge for murderers), Mahanaim,

39Heshbon, and Jazer.

40All these cities belonged to the families of Merari. They were the last of the families of Levi. These 12 cities were chosen by lot.

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