Genesis 23:18

“Unto Abraham for a possession in the presence of the children of Heth, before all that went in at the gate of his city.”

King James Version (KJV)

Other Translations for Genesis 23:18

Unto Abraham for a possession in the presence of the children of Heth, before all that went in at the gates of his Citie.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan

to Abraham for a possession in the presence of the sons of Heth, before all who went in at the gate of his city.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

unto Abraham for a possession in the presence of the children of Heth, before all that went in at the gate of his city.
- American Standard Version (1901)

Became the property of Abraham before the eyes of the children of Heth and of all who came into the town.
- Basic English Bible

were assured to Abraham for a possession before the eyes of the sons of Heth, before all who went in at the gate of his city.
- Darby Bible

To Abraham for a possession in the presence of the children of Heth, before all that entered the gate of his city.
- Webster's Bible

to Abraham for a possession in the presence of the children of Heth, before all who went in at the gate of his city.
- World English Bible

to Abraham by purchase, before the eyes of the sons of Heth, among all entering the gate of his city.
- Youngs Literal Bible

unto Abraham for a possession in the presence of the children of Heth, before all that went in at the gate of his city.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Bible Commentary for Genesis 23:18

Wesley's Notes for Genesis 23:18


23:20 A burying place - 'Tis worth noting, That a burying - place was the first spot of ground Abraham was possessed of in Canaan. That it was the only piece of land he was ever possessed of, tho' it was all his own in reversion. Those that have least of this earth find a grave in it.


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