The Caves of Machpelah hold profound significance as the ancestral burial site of the patriarchs and matriarchs of Israel. This sacred location in Hebron serves as the backdrop for God’s covenant with Abraham and his descendants, with implications extending to all nations. The name “Machpelah,” meaning “double” or “side by side,” reflects the adjacent burial caves where the three patriarchs and their wives were laid to rest. Today, access to the caves is restricted, with two entry points: a narrow shaft and a larger entrance known as the Serdab, both situated in the Isaac and Rebeccah Hall area.