Genesis 23:7
And Abraham stood up, and bowed himself to the people of the land, even to the children of Heth.
Cross-references
Genesis 23:12
Parallel
Genesis 23:12 records Abraham bowing again to the Hittites — showing his respectful courtesy is consistent throughout the entire negotiation.
Genesis 18:2
Parallel
In Genesis 18:2, Abraham bows to the ground when greeting the three visitors. Both passages show Abraham bowing respectfully to those before him.
Genesis 19:1
Parallel
In Genesis 19:1, Lot also rises and bows before those he meets — the same gesture of courtesy Abraham shows the Hittites here.
Genesis 48:12
Parallel
In Genesis 48:12, Joseph bows before his father — the same physical gesture of respect, though in a family rather than diplomatic setting.