Gen 23:12-13 | MHM | STEP | v. 12-13 : Abraham bowed again and insisted on paying for the field and cave (Genesis 23:12-13 ). He wanted to do what was right, not take advantage of Ephron’s kindness. Abraham understood that paying for the land would avoid future problems or questions about ownership (Job 31:39; 2 Samuel 24:24 ).

‏ Genesis 23:12-13

v. 12-13: Abraham bowed again and insisted on paying for the field and cave (Genesis 23:12-13 ^a). He wanted to do what was right, not take advantage of Ephron’s kindness. Abraham understood that paying for the land would avoid future problems or questions about ownership (Job 31:39; 2 Samuel 24:24 ^b).

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