Deuteronomy 19:4

And this is the case of the slayer, which shall flee thither, that he may live: Whoso killeth his neighbour ignorantly, whom he hated not in time past;

Cross-reference

Deuteronomy 19:6 gives the logical consequence — the avenger of blood pursuing the manslayer, justifying the need for refuge.

Deuteronomy 4:42 repeats the exact same definition of unintentional manslaughter that qualifies for asylum.

Deuteronomy 17:8 Historical context

Deuteronomy 17:8 deals with difficult homicide cases requiring higher judgment, linking to the legal context of unintentional killing here.

Numbers 35:15-24 expands on the criteria for unintentional killing and the protection of cities of refuge.

Exodus 21:13 is the earlier law that appoints a place of refuge for unintentional killers, directly paralleling this condition.

Numbers 35:11 establishes the same law of cities of refuge for unintentional killers, providing the foundational legislation that Deuteronomy 19:4 restates.

2 Samuel 14:11 narrates a plea for refuge from the avenger, directly applying the principle of protection for unintentional killers.