NOV. 12, ‘25 // Introduction: Why does the Torah dedicate so many verses (almost an entire chapter) describing all the negotiations and details leading up to the purchase of Maaras Hamachpeilah? Rabbeinu Moshe ben Nachman, the Rambam, explains that, Hashem wanted us to know exactly where our Avos and Imahos are buried, because we are obligated to honor the burial plot of our holy Forefathers. It was known that the Ramban longed to be buried next to the patriarchs of our nation. Indeed, his wish was fulfilled. As the Ziknei Yerushalayim point out, the fifth step leading up to the Maarah, is the burial place of the Ramban. 158
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