Ruth 3:9

⁹And he said to her: Who art thou? And she answered: I am Ruth thy handmaid: spread thy coverlet over thy servant, for thou art a near kinsman.d

Ruth 3 marks a pivotal turn in the narrative, as Naomi devises a bold plan for Ruth to secure a husband and an heir. Ruth, demonstrating unwavering loyalty and courage, approaches Boaz at the threshing floor, appealing to his role as a kinsman-redeemer. This daring nocturnal encounter, though potentially scandalous, reveals the deep trust between Ruth and Naomi, and Boaz's honorable character. The chapter culminates with Boaz's promise to fulfill his duty, setting the stage for the resolution of their plight.

References· Ruth 3

a: v.1 — Ruth 1:9, 1 Timothy 5:8, Psalms 128:2, 1 Timothy 5:14, 1 Corinthians 7:36, Deuteronomy 4:40, Jeremiah 22:15-16, Genesis 40:14
b: v.2 — Deuteronomy 25:5-10, Ruth 2:20-23, Ruth 2:1, Ruth 2:8, Hebrews 2:11-14
c: v.3 — 2 Samuel 14:2, 1 Timothy 2:9-10, Esther 5:1, Psalms 104:15, Ecclesiastes 9:8, Matthew 6:17
d: v.9 — Ezekiel 16:8, Ruth 2:20, Ruth 3:12, Ruth 2:10-13, Luke 14:11, 1 Samuel 25:41
e: v.11 — Proverbs 31:29-31, Proverbs 31:10, Proverbs 12:4
f: v.18 — Psalms 37:3-5, Isaiah 28:16, Isaiah 30:7

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