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.

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Other Translations for Genesis 23:18

BSB
to Abraham's possession in the presence of all the Hittites who had come to the gate of his city.
AKJV
To Abraham for a possession in the presence of the children of Heth, before all that went in at the gate of his city.
CPDV
Abraham took it as a possession, in the sight of the sons of Heth and of everyone who was entering at the gate of his city.
ERV
unto Abraham for a possession in the presence of the children of Heth, before all that went in at the gate of his city.
NHEB
to Abraham as a possession in the presence of the sons of Heth, before all who went in at the gate of his city.
SMT
To Abraham for a possession before the eyes of the sons of Heth, with all going to the gate of his city.

Commentary for Genesis 23:18

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 23:18
Summary
Land ownership transfer witnessed publicly
Place
Machpelah
Event
Witnessed property transfer
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Narrative