The Burial Oath

27So Israel settled in the land of Egypt, in the land of Goshen, and they gained possessions in it and were fruitful and multiplied greatly.

28Jacob lived in the land of Egypt seventeen years, and the days of Jacob, the years of his life, were one hundred forty-seven years.

29When the days of Israel drew near for him to die, he called his son Joseph and said to him, “If now I have found favor in your eyes, please put your hand under my thigh, and deal with me in steadfast love and faithfulness. Please do not bury me in Egypt.”

30When I lie down with my fathers, carry me out of Egypt and bury me in their burial place.” And he said, “I will do as you have said.”

31He said, “Swear to me,” and he swore to him. Then Israel bowed himself on the head of the bed.