Gen 23:5-6 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Gen 23:5-6: 23:5-6 my lord, you are an honored prince: Either Abraham was highly regarded by these people, or they were politely appealing to his generosity. • Choose the finest... . No one here will refuse: They were willing to accommodate his request, especially if they could legally obligate him to themselves (23:11 ).

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‏ Genesis 23:5-6

Summary for Gen 23:5-6: 23:5-6 ^a my lord, you are an honored prince: Either Abraham was highly regarded by these people, or they were politely appealing to his generosity.

• Choose the finest... . No one here will refuse: They were willing to accommodate his request, especially if they could legally obligate him to themselves (23:11 ^b).