Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then he gave them these instructions: “I am about to be gathered to my people. Bury me with my fathers in the cave in the field of Ephron the Hittite, New Living Translation Then Jacob instructed them, “Soon I will die and join my ancestors. Bury me with my father and grandfather in the cave in the field of Ephron the Hittite. English Standard Version Then he commanded them and said to them, “I am to be gathered to my people; bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, Berean Standard Bible Then Jacob instructed them, “I am about to be gathered to my people. Bury me with my fathers in the cave in the field of Ephron the Hittite. King James Bible And he charged them, and said unto them, I am to be gathered unto my people: bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, New King James Version Then he charged them and said to them: “I am to be gathered to my people; bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, New American Standard Bible Then he commanded them and said to them, “I am about to be gathered to my people; bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, NASB 1995 Then he charged them and said to them, “I am about to be gathered to my people; bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, NASB 1977 Then he charged them and said to them, “I am about to be gathered to my people; bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, Legacy Standard Bible Then he commanded them and said to them, “I am about to be gathered to my people; bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, Amplified Bible He charged them and said to them, “I am to be gathered to my people; bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, Christian Standard Bible Then he commanded them, “I am about to be gathered to my people. Bury me with my ancestors in the cave in the field of Ephron the Hethite. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then he commanded them: “I am about to be gathered to my people. Bury me with my fathers in the cave in the field of Ephron the Hittite. American Standard Version And he charged them, and said unto them, I am to be gathered unto my people: bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, English Revised Version And he charged them, and said unto them, I am to be gathered unto my people: bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, GOD'S WORD® Translation Then he gave them these instructions, "I am about to join my ancestors in death. Bury me with my ancestors in the cave in the field of Ephron the Hittite. Good News Translation Then Jacob commanded his sons, "Now that I am going to join my people in death, bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, International Standard Version In his last words, Jacob issued this set of instructions to them all: "I'm about to join our ancestors. Bury me alongside my ancestors in the cave in the field that used to belong to Ephron the Hittite. Majority Standard Bible Then Jacob instructed them, ?I am about to be gathered to my people. Bury me with my fathers in the cave in the field of Ephron the Hittite. NET Bible Then he instructed them, "I am about to go to my people. Bury me with my fathers in the cave in the field of Ephron the Hittite. New Heart English Bible Then he instructed them, and said to them, "I am to be gathered to my people. Bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hethite, Webster's Bible Translation And he charged them, and said to them, I am to be gathered to my people: bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite. World English Bible He instructed them, and said to them, “I am to be gathered to my people. Bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he commands them and says to them, “I am being gathered to my people; bury me by my fathers, at the cave which [is] in the field of Ephron the Hittite; Young's Literal Translation And he commandeth them, and saith unto them, 'I am being gathered unto my people; bury me by my fathers, at the cave which is in the field of Ephron the Hittite; Smith's Literal Translation And he will command them, and will say to them, I am added to my people: bury me with my fathers in the cave which is in the field of Ephron the Hittite. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he charged them, saying: I am now going to be gathered to my people : bury me with my fathers in the double cave, which is in the field of Ephron the Hethite, Catholic Public Domain Version And he instructed them, saying: “I am being gathered to my people. Bury me with my fathers in the double cave, which is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, New American Bible Then he gave them this charge: “Since I am about to be gathered to my people, bury me with my ancestors in the cave that lies in the field of Ephron the Hittite, New Revised Standard Version Then he charged them, saying to them, “I am about to be gathered to my people. Bury me with my ancestors—in the cave in the field of Ephron the Hittite, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen their father blessed them, and charged them, and said to them, I am to be gathered to my people; bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he commanded them, and their father said to them: “I am gathered to my people; bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Aphron the Khethite. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And be charged them, and said unto them: 'I am to be gathered unto my people; bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, Brenton Septuagint Translation And he said to them, I am added to my people; ye shall bury me with my fathers in the cave, which is in the field of Ephron the Chettite, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Death of Jacob29Then Jacob instructed them, “I am about to be gathered to my people. Bury me with my fathers in the cave in the field of Ephron the Hittite. 30The cave is in the field of Machpelah near Mamre, in the land of Canaan. This is the field Abraham purchased from Ephron the Hittite as a burial site.… Cross References Genesis 23:19 After this, Abraham buried his wife Sarah in the cave of the field at Machpelah near Mamre (that is, Hebron) in the land of Canaan. Genesis 25:8-10 And at a ripe old age he breathed his last and died, old and contented, and was gathered to his people. / His sons Isaac and Ishmael buried him in the cave of Machpelah near Mamre, in the field of Ephron son of Zohar the Hittite. / This was the field that Abraham had bought from the Hittites. Abraham was buried there with his wife Sarah. Genesis 50:12-14 So Jacob’s sons did as he had charged them. / They carried him to the land of Canaan and buried him in the cave at Machpelah in the field near Mamre, which Abraham had purchased from Ephron the Hittite as a burial site. / After Joseph had buried his father, he returned to Egypt with his brothers and all who had gone with him to bury his father. Genesis 47:29-31 When the time drew near for Israel to die, he called his son Joseph and said to him, “If I have found favor in your eyes, put your hand under my thigh and promise to show me kindness and faithfulness. Do not bury me in Egypt, / but when I lie down with my fathers, carry me out of Egypt and bury me with them.” Joseph answered, “I will do as you have requested.” / “Swear to me,” Jacob said. So Joseph swore to him, and Israel bowed in worship at the head of his bed. Genesis 15:15 You, however, will go to your fathers in peace and be buried at a ripe old age. Genesis 35:29 Then he breathed his last and died and was gathered to his people, old and full of years. And his sons Esau and Jacob buried him. Genesis 50:24-25 Then Joseph said to his brothers, “I am about to die, but God will surely visit you and bring you up from this land to the land He promised on oath to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.” / And Joseph made the sons of Israel take an oath and said, “God will surely attend to you, and then you must carry my bones up from this place.” Exodus 13:19 Moses took the bones of Joseph with him because Joseph had made the sons of Israel swear a solemn oath when he said, “God will surely attend to you, and then you must carry my bones with you from this place.” Hebrews 11:21-22 By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of Joseph’s sons and worshiped as he leaned on the top of his staff. / By faith Joseph, when his end was near, spoke about the exodus of the Israelites and gave instructions about his bones. Acts 7:15-16 So Jacob went down to Egypt, where he and our fathers died. / Their bones were carried back to Shechem and placed in the tomb that Abraham had bought from the sons of Hamor at Shechem for a price he paid in silver. 1 Kings 2:10 Then David rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David. 2 Samuel 19:37 Please let your servant return, that I may die in my own city near the tomb of my father and mother. But here is your servant Chimham. Let him cross over with my lord the king, and do for him what is good in your sight.” 2 Kings 21:18 And Manasseh rested with his fathers and was buried in his palace garden, the garden of Uzza. And his son Amon reigned in his place. 2 Chronicles 16:14 And he was buried in the tomb that he had cut out for himself in the City of David. They laid him on a bier that was full of spices and various blended perfumes; then they made a great fire in his honor. 2 Chronicles 21:20 Jehoram was thirty-two years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem eight years. He died, to no one’s regret, and was buried in the City of David, but not in the tombs of the kings. Treasury of Scripture And he charged them, and said to them, I am to be gathered to my people: bury me with my fathers in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, gathered. Romans 12:6 Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, whether prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of faith; bury me. Genesis 15:15 And thou shalt go to thy fathers in peace; thou shalt be buried in a good old age. Genesis 25:8-17 Then Abraham gave up the ghost, and died in a good old age, an old man, and full of years; and was gathered to his people… Genesis 35:29 And Isaac gave up the ghost, and died, and was gathered unto his people, being old and full of days: and his sons Esau and Jacob buried him. in the cave. Genesis 47:30 But I will lie with my fathers, and thou shalt carry me out of Egypt, and bury me in their buryingplace. And he said, I will do as thou hast said. 2 Samuel 19:37 Let thy servant, I pray thee, turn back again, that I may die in mine own city, and be buried by the grave of my father and of my mother. But behold thy servant Chimham; let him go over with my lord the king; and do to him what shall seem good unto thee. Ephron. Genesis 50:13 For his sons carried him into the land of Canaan, and buried him in the cave of the field of Machpelah, which Abraham bought with the field for a possession of a buryingplace of Ephron the Hittite, before Mamre. Jump to Previous Bury Cave Charged Commandeth Ephron Fathers Field Gathered Hittite Hollow Instructed Instructions Orders Rest RockJump to Next Bury Cave Charged Commandeth Ephron Fathers Field Gathered Hittite Hollow Instructed Instructions Orders Rest RockGenesis 49 1. Jacob calls his sons to bless them.3. Their blessing in particular. 29. He charges them about his burial. 33. He dies. Then Jacob instructed them Jacob, also known as Israel, is giving his final instructions to his sons. This moment is significant as it reflects the patriarchal tradition of passing on blessings and instructions before death. It is a moment of solemnity and importance, as Jacob is ensuring that his wishes are clearly communicated to his descendants. I am about to be gathered to my people Bury me with my fathers in the cave in the field of Ephron the Hittite Persons / Places / Events 1. JacobThe patriarch of the Israelites, also known as Israel. He is giving final instructions to his sons regarding his burial. 2. Ephron the Hittite The owner of the field and cave where Jacob wishes to be buried. This location is significant as it is the burial place of his ancestors. 3. The Cave in the Field of Ephron This is the Cave of Machpelah, located in Hebron, which is the burial site of the patriarchs and matriarchs of Israel. 4. Jacob's Fathers Refers to Abraham and Isaac, who are buried in the same cave, establishing a familial and spiritual heritage. 5. Gathered to My People A phrase indicating death and the belief in joining one's ancestors in the afterlife. Teaching Points Heritage and LegacyJacob's desire to be buried with his fathers highlights the importance of family heritage and spiritual legacy. Believers are encouraged to consider the legacy they leave behind. Faith in God's Promises Jacob's instructions reflect his faith in God's promises to his ancestors. Christians are called to trust in God's promises and live in anticipation of their fulfillment. The Significance of Burial The burial site represents more than a physical location; it symbolizes the continuity of God's covenant with His people. Believers should reflect on the spiritual significance of their own lives and deaths. Community and Belonging "Gathered to my people" suggests a sense of belonging and community beyond this life. Christians are reminded of their eternal community with God and fellow believers. Preparation for Death Jacob's careful instructions serve as a reminder of the importance of preparing for death, both practically and spiritually, ensuring one's affairs are in order and faith is secure.Verses 29, 30. - And he charged them, and said unto them, I am to be gathered unto my people (vide on Genesis 15:15): bury me with my fathers - thus laying on them the injunction he had previously, with the super-added solemnity of an oath, laid on Joseph (Genesis 47:29-31) - in the cave that is in the field of Ephron the Hittite, in the cave that is in the field of Machpelah, which is before Mature, in the land of Canaan, which Abraham bought with the field of Ephron the Hittite for a possession of a burying-place (vide Genesis 23:16-20). Jacob had learnt from his father and had carefully preserved all the details relating to the purchase of their family sepulcher. There they buried Abraham and Sarah his wife; there they buried Isaac and Rebekah his wife; and there I buried Leah. From this it would appear that Leah had not descended into Egypt. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Then [Jacob] instructed them,וַיְצַ֣ו (way·ṣaw) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6680: To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order “I אֲנִי֙ (’ă·nî) Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 589: I am about to be gathered נֶאֱסָ֣ף (ne·’ĕ·sāp̄) Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 622: To gather for, any purpose, to receive, take away, remove to אֲלֵהֶם֙ (’ă·lê·hem) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to my people. עַמִּ֔י (‘am·mî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock Bury קִבְר֥וּ (qiḇ·rū) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 6912: To inter me with אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to my fathers אֲבֹתָ֑י (’ă·ḇō·ṯāy) Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular Strong's 1: Father in אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the cave הַ֨מְּעָרָ֔ה (ham·mə·‘ā·rāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4631: A cavern in the field בִּשְׂדֵ֖ה (biś·ḏêh) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7704: Field, land of Ephron עֶפְר֥וֹן (‘ep̄·rō·wn) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6085: Ephron -- a Hittite, also a mountain and a place in Israel the Hittite. הַֽחִתִּֽי׃ (ha·ḥit·tî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2850: Hittite -- a Chittite Links Genesis 49:29 NIVGenesis 49:29 NLT Genesis 49:29 ESV Genesis 49:29 NASB Genesis 49:29 KJV Genesis 49:29 BibleApps.com Genesis 49:29 Biblia Paralela Genesis 49:29 Chinese Bible Genesis 49:29 French Bible Genesis 49:29 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 49:29 He instructed them and said to them (Gen. 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