²⁹ When the time drew near for Israel^(A) to die,^(B) he called for his son Joseph and said to him, “If I have found favor in your eyes,^(C) put your hand under my thigh^(D) and promise that you will show me kindness^(E) and faithfulness.^(F) Do not bury me in Egypt,

³¹ “Swear to me,”^(A) he said. Then Joseph swore to him,^(B) and Israel^(C) worshiped as he leaned on the top of his staff.^[a](D)