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.
Then Abraham breathed his last and died at a good old age, having lived a full and long life; and he was reunited with his ancestors who had died before him.
This verse describes Abraham's peaceful death after a long, full life, expressing the hope that he joined his family members who had already passed away.
📚 Historical Context
Abraham lived to be 175 years old according to Genesis, which was considered a sign of God's blessing in ancient times. The phrase 'gathered to his people' reflects the ancient Hebrew belief that death involved joining one's ancestors in the afterlife. This occurred around 2000 BC in the land of Canaan, where Abraham had spent most of his life as God's chosen patriarch.
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