Lux Domini
And the field of Ephron, which was in Machpelah, which was before Mamre, the field, and the cave which was therein, and all the trees that were in the field, that were in all the borders round about, were made sure

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Interpretation

Prudence, as well as justice, directs us to be fair and open in our dealings; cheating bargains will not bear the light. Abraham, without fraud or delay, pays the money.

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This thought runs through Genesis 23:17-20.

Glossary

Machpelah Place
Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Cave of the Patriarchs.
Mamre Place
Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Ramat el Khalil.