Genesis 49:30
In the cave that is in the field of Machpelah, which is before Mamre, in the land of Canaan, which Abraham bought with the field of Ephron the Hittite for a possession of a buryingplace.
Cross-references
Genesis 23:8
Historical context
In Genesis 23:8, Abraham begins negotiations to buy the cave from Ephron — the very purchase referenced in 49:30.
Genesis 23:4
Historical context
In Genesis 23:4, Abraham states his need for a burial site — leading to the purchase of the cave cited in 49:30.
Genesis 23:17
Historical context
Genesis 23:17 records the official transfer of the field and cave to Abraham — the very property referenced in 49:30.
Genesis 25:9
Historical context
Genesis 25:9 shows Abraham himself buried in the cave — confirming its use as the family tomb mentioned in 49:30.