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Genesis 23:6 · KJV

"Hear us, my lord: thou art a mighty prince among us: in the choice of our sepulchres bury thy dead; none of us shall withhold from thee his sepulchre, but that thou mayest bury thy dead."

King James Version

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Passage Context

4I am a stranger and a sojourner with you: give me a possession of a buryingplace with you, that I may bury my dead out of my sight.
5And the children of Heth answered Abraham, saying unto him,
6Hear us, my lord: thou art a mighty prince among us: in the choice of our sepulchres bury thy dead; none of us shall withhold from thee his sepulchre, but that thou mayest bury thy dead.
7And Abraham stood up, and bowed himself to the people of the land, even to the children of Heth.
8And he communed with them, saying, If it be your mind that I should bury my dead out of my sight; hear me, and intreat for me to Ephron the son of Zohar,

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you honor the memory of loved ones who have passed?

2

What does it mean for you to have a place to remember those you love?

3

When have you had to navigate difficult conversations about death?

Life Application

grief

Create a meaningful way to remember and honor those who have passed.

community

Engage with your community to support those who are grieving.

People in This Verse

AbrahamBoth

The patriarch of Israel, known for his faith in God's promises. He is considered the father of many nations.

First appearance: Genesis 12:1

Places in This Verse

Hebron(Hebron, West Bank today)

An ancient city significant to the patriarchs, known for its historical and religious importance.

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