The inheritance granted to the priestly family consists of a detailed collection of cities along with their surrounding open areas. The opening declaration serves to group together the full count of cities that are about to be listed [מצודת דוד].
As the distribution unfolds, a clear distinction is made regarding the specific status of these locations. Hebron is highlighted because it was specifically designated to function as a city of refuge. The subsequent mention of Libnah shows that it was an additional city granted to the priests, distinct from the unique protective purpose of a city of refuge [ביאור שטיינזלץ].