March 26 Readings

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Index of Beginning to End Readings

The Story of Ruth
Ruth 1-4
King James Version with links to WebEncyclopedia: Ruth 1; Ruth 2; Ruth 3; Ruth 4

Ruth 1 There was a famine in the land and Naomi and Elimelech moved to Moab with their two sons. The sons married Moabite women, Orpah and Ruth. Elimelech died, and the sons died some ten years later. Naomi lost her family except for her daughters-in-law, Orpah and Ruth. In verse 6-14, Naomi heard that there was food in Judah, so she decided to go back. She bade farewell to Orpah and Ruth. Ruth expresses a bond with Naomi and her God which is the key verse of the Book. '...your people will be my people and your God, my God.' Ruth could have stayed in Moab with Oprah but she was willing to go in faith and go with Naomi. What about us? Are we willing to step out in faith and identify ourselves with God and His people through good times and bad times? The two women returned to Bethlehem (v. 19-22).Bethlehem

In Ruth 2, Naomi had a relative on her husband's side, whose name was Boaz. We have to remember that Ruth was a Moabitess. The Moabites were enemies of Israel. Harvesting barley was done when Ruth and Naomi showed up. Gleaning was allowed under the law (Leviticus 19.9; 23.22). This was where the corners of the field were not be reaped and any sheaves that were accidentally left behind was not gathered. They were left for the poor to pick up for food. Boaz was kind to Ruth and gave her as much grain as she needed. Boaz had heard about the bond Ruth made with Naomi and God. Ruth told Naomi about Boaz.

In Ruth 3, Naomi now has hope, and told Ruth to wash and perfume herself, according to the NIV Bible that is to prepare herself as a bride. When Boaz is lying down, Ruth should go and uncover his feet. In verse 9 to spread the corner of your garment over me since you are a kinsman-redeemer. This is a very important concept to understand the book of Ruth. Kinsman-Redeemer Boaz was related to Mahlon (Ruth's former husband). the closest male relative had the responsibility to marry a widow.

In Ruth 4, Boaz wanted to make sure that if there was another kinsman alive, that he would be treated justly under the Law and fulfil the obligation of kinsman-redeemer. The obligation was to redeem a property from Naomi, and to marry Ruth! He declined the offer and Boaz married Ruth. The genealogy is such that Ruth is the great-grandmother of Daivd and is an ancestress of Jesus Christ.


Ruth 1, with Commentaries, verse by verse
Ruth 2, with Commentaries, verse by verse
Ruth 3, with Commentaries, verse by verse
Ruth 4, with Commentaries, verse by verse

Other Links
OT Gateway to Ruth
Malik-The Book of Ruth
Malik-An Argument for Ruth
The Story of Ruth and Boaz
Deffinbaugh on Ruth
Dr. Thomas Constable Study Notes is a PDF file, open with Adobe Acrobatic Reader
Piper on Ruth
Biblebb.com Website
Precept Ministries
Go to Commentaries and Look for McGee Commentaries
With the Word Commentary-Warren Wiersbe
Wycliffe Bible Commentary
Keil & Delitzsch Commentaries on the Old Testament
Expositor's Bible Commentary
Pulpit Bible Commentary
Evangelical Commentary on the Old Testament
The Commentary Page

Jesus Saves
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