King James Version
What Does Genesis 23:1 Mean?
“And Sarah was an hundred and seven and twenty years old: these were the years of the life of Sarah.”
Context
1
And Sarah was an hundred and seven and twenty years old: these were the years of the life of Sarah.
2
And Sarah died in Kirjatharba; the same is Hebron in the land of Canaan: and Abraham came to mourn for Sarah, and to weep for her.
3
And Abraham stood up from before his dead, and spake unto the sons of Heth, saying,
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English ReadersXXIII.
DEATH AND BURIAL OF SARAH.
(1) **Sarah was an hundred and seven and twenty years old.**—Sarah is the only woman whose age at her death is mentioned in the Bible, an honour doubtless given her as the ancestress of the Hebrew race (Isaiah 51:2). As she was ninety at Isaac’s birth, he would now be thirty-seven years of age.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of Genesis. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
Genesis 23:1 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.