The married state should be a rest, as much as any thing upon earth can be so, as it ought to … w Ruth supported herself and Naomi and came into contact with Boaz (1:22 Œ 2:3) w Boaz redeeming Ruth (3:1-5) w The origin of the lineage of David and eventually Christ (4:17; cp. Rashi 's Commentary: Show Hide. (Rth 3:14-15) Boaz sends Ruth home. Boaz twice refers to Ruth as “my daughter” and blesses her for not choosing to marry a young man. Sit still, my daughter… the man will not rest until he has concluded the matter this day: This was a time of considerable anxiety for Ruth. So she went down to the threshing floor and did according to all that her mother-in-law instructed her. (14-18). To understand our text, you must know the story. Posted on Oct 14, 2002 by Beyond Today Editor Estimated reading time: 7 minutes. The book of Ruth is a story. Changes will take effect once you reload the page. Ruth 3. It also shows something else wonderful about Ruth: She based her attraction to Boaz more on respect than on image or appearance. Resources » Commentaries » Ruth » Chapter 3 » exegesis. Rut - Ruth - Chapter 3 « Previous Chapter 2. Ruth's Industry. Commentary on Ruth 3. Show content in: English Both Hebrew. Matthew Henry (18 October 1662 – 22 June 1714) was an English commentator on the Bible, who published his works in 1706, (six-volume Exposition of the Old and New Testaments (1708–1710) or Complete Commentary), provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the Bible, covering the whole of the Old Testament, and the Gospels and Acts in the New Testament. She came softly: Ruth did just as her mother-in-law Naomi had recommended. In chapter two, we learn … Continue reading "Commentary on Ruth 3:1-5; 4:13-17" So she lay at his feet until morning, and she arose before one could recognize another. Boaz is introduced in the narrative as an esh gibor hayil (a powerful man of integrity) in 2:1, and he pronounces the community’s opinion of Ruth as an eshat hayil (a woman of integrity, a worthy woman) in 3:11. But this will always prompt you to accept/refuse cookies when revisiting our site. These small group studies of Ruth contain outlines, cross-references, Bible study discussion questions, teaching points, and applications. Widows could become destitute quickly after their husbands died so the Lord may provision for them. And she told her all that the man had done for her. Ruth 3 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary by Dr. James M. Gray endeavors to be succinct and not exhaustive in nature. He will never blame us as doing this unseasonably. ©2018 David Guzik – No distribution beyond personal use without permission. Ruth 3:3 - Wash yourself therefore, and anoint yourself and put on your best clothes, and go down to the threshing floor; but do not make yourself known to the man until … The added word ephahs is almost certainly incorrect; that would be more than thirty-three gallons (120 liters) of grain, more than Ruth could carry home in her shawl. Click to enable/disable _gid - Google Analytics Cookie. ii. This shows something else wonderful about Boaz. She instructs Ruth, “Now wash and anoint yourself, and put on your best clothes and go down to the threshing … Continue reading "Commentary on Ruth 3:1-18" He had the right to force himself upon Ruth as her goel, but he did not. A sudore et sordibus, ne male oleres, from wet and filth, that thou smell not amiss, as slothful sluts use to do. Verse 3 Elimelech died before his sons married Ruth and Orpah. 8 It happened in the middle of the night that the man was startled and bent forward; and behold, a woman was lying at his feet. John Trapp Complete Commentary. Then he said, "Do not let it be known that the woman came to the threshing floor." The directions given to Ruth by Naomi. CHAPTER 3. The book of Ruth is short, so you should read it. In this, we see that the goel, the kinsman-redeemer, was responsible to safeguard the persons, the property, and the posterity of the family. Ruth 3 Pictorial Bible; WOODROW KROLL Lessons on Living. Therefore it should be engaged in with great seriousness, with earnest prayers for direction, for the blessing of God, and with regard to his precepts. 4 1 “For indeed the day 2 is coming, burning like a furnace, and all the arrogant evildoers will be chaff. But do they show the same kind of humble submission and respect Ruth showed to Boaz? a. So, when Naomi told Ruth to lie down at Boaz’s feet, she told her to come to him in a totally humble, submissive way. This in… 6 So she went down to the threshing floor and did according to all that her mother-in-law had commanded her. Interpretive Commentary: Ruth Elimelech’s family flees famine, faces tragedy (1:1-5) The opening chapter quickly points out that the book of Ruth is during the time period of Scripture: Ruth 3. Then it shall be, when he lies down, that you shall notice the place where he lies; and you shall go in, uncover his feet, and lie down; and he will tell you what you should do.” And she said to her, “All that you say to me I will do.”. Then he gave them new gifts to makethem glad. Also he said, "Bring the shawl that is on you and hold it." But Naomi and Ruth had the chance to get to know Boaz, and they knew what kind of man he was – a good man, a godly man, one to whom Ruth could confidently submit. 3. Click to enable/disable Google reCaptcha. Ruth seems to have chosen Boaz’s field by chance. Ruth 3:17 - She said, 'These six measures of barley he gave to me, for he said, ‘Do not go to your mother-in-law empty-handed.'' 3. Ruth 3. John Trapp Complete Commentary. These were the days of the Judges when there was much political and social instability in Israel. Preaching Series on Ruth (Week 3 of 4) Week 3: August 5, 2018 Preaching text: Ruth 3:1-18; accompanying text: Matthew 7:7-8 Ruth 3: Daring to Act Sometime later, Naomi takes matters into her own hands. Parents should carefully advise their children in this important concern, that it may be well with them as to their souls. But this is not recorded for imitation in other times, and is not to be judged by modern rules. So she offered to gather grain that the men had left. And she said to her, 'All that you say I will do.' “In fact, he is winnowing barley tonight at the threshing floor. For you have shown more kindness at the end than at the beginning, in that you did not go after young men, whether poor or rich. But Naomi wisely counseled Ruth to not come as a victim demanding her rights, but as a humble servant, trusting in the goodness of her kinsman-redeemer. Wash thyself therefore.] Ruth 3:16 - When she came to her mother-in-law, she said, 'How did it go, my daughter?' © 2020 Christianity.com. Ruth 3:17 - She said, 'These six measures of barley he gave to me, for he said, ‘Do not go to your mother-in-law empty-handed.'' You have shown your last kindness to be better than the first by not going after young men, whether poor or rich. Next » Chapter 4. (Rth 3:14-15) Boaz sends Ruth home. on StudyLight.org If you refuse cookies we will remove all set cookies in our domain. Ruth 3 Commentary; ALFRED LEEDES HUNT. i. Jewish traditions say that the six measures of barley given as a gift to Ruth were a sign of six pious men who would descend from her, endowed with six spiritual gifts: David, Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, Azariah, and the Messiah. Ruth 3 Commentary - Ruth Seeks for Marriage with Boaz; Ruth 4 Commentary - Boaz Marries Ruth; JOHN KITTO Studies on Ruth The Pictorial Bible on the Old Testament. Boaz slept at the threshing floor to guard his crop against the kind of attacks described in 1 Samuel 23:1. b. Ruth had done all that was fit for her to do, she must patiently wait the event. The married state should be a rest, as much as any thing upon earth can be so, as it ought to fix the affections and form a connexion for life. Third, we see her industry. Notes: 1 Note that both Ruth and Boaz are referred to as people of integrity. Verse 7 continues, "She has continued from early morning until now without resting even for a moment." How do you think she was feeling when she did this? Refer to it frequently....They are not exactly a commentary, but what marvelous expositions you have there! David Guzik commentary on Ruth 3, where Ruth makes an appeal to Boaz for his continued protection and provision, with Naomi helping her. (6-13) Ruth's return to her mother-in-law. Biblical Commentary Ruth 3:1-5; 4:13-17 EXEGESIS: THE CONTEXT: Understanding the context is critical to understanding this lectionary reading. Ruth 3 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is a triumph of rigorous scholarship and sound theology by two highly respected theologians So she lay at his feet until morning, and she arose before one could recognize another. Yes, I swore an oath to you and entered into a covenant with you and you became Mine, says the LORD God. This was called *gleaning. Since Boaz had been there to protect against thieves, it must have given him quite a shock to wake up and know someone was there. Ruth understood this as she identified Boaz as her close relative (literally, you are a goel, a kinsman-redeemer). Our strength is to sit still, Isaiah 30:7. C. Ruth goes home. Biblical Commentary Ruth 3:1-5; 4:13-17 EXEGESIS: THE CONTEXT: For the context for this passage, see the exegesis on verse 1. on StudyLight.org And let us earnestly desire and seek the same rest for our children and friends, that it may be well with them also. RUTH 3 COMMENTARY EDITED BY GLENN PEASE Ruth and Boaz at the Threshing Floor 1 One day Ruth’s mother-in-law Naomi said to her, “My daughter, I must find a home[a] for you, where you will be well provided for. The directions given to Ruth by Naomi. Though deceased, Elimelech had the right to have his family name carried on and as goel, Boaz had the responsibility to do this for Elimelech. The conduct of Boaz calls for the highest praise. 3. Ruth was a poor woman, and poverty often obscures the lustre of virtue; yet Ruth's virtues, even in a mean condition, were generally taken notice of and could not be hid; nay, her virtues took away the reproach of her poverty. Because it is about ordinary people, this story can helpus today. b. Scripture: Ruth 3. Home >> Bible Studies >> Ruth >> Ruth 3. John Piper Jul 15, 1984 150 Shares Conference Message. The phrase can also be translated as “spread the corner of your garment over me.” This was a culturally relevant way to say, “I am a widow, take me as your wife.”, i. View Ruth . We provide you with a list of stored cookies on your computer in our domain so you can check what we stored. What in one age or nation would be improper, is not always so in another age or another nation. This narrative may encourage us to lay ourselves by faith at the feet of Christ: He is our near Kinsman; having taken our nature upon him. i. b. Therefore wash yourself and anoint yourself, put on your best garment and go down to the threshing floor; but do not make yourself known to the man until he has finished eating and drinking. 1. Stay this night, and in the morning it shall be that if he will perform the duty of a close relative for you; good; let him do it. “Kindness”: Ruth’s loyalty to Naomi, the Lord, and even Boaz is commended by Boaz. BKD Ruth Lesson 3 Page 1 of 3 The Study of Ruth 3:1-18 It may be hard to understand the details of this chapter without considering the cultures of ancient Israel especially considering God’s provision for widows in Israel. i. Check to enable permanent hiding of message bar and refuse all cookies if you do not opt in. The only question was to whom would she be married? Would it be to Boaz, or to the nearer goel? Literally, Boaz called Ruth a hah-yil woman. You make a covenant when you agree with someone. So, Boaz could not exercise his right as kinsman-redeemer unless this closer kinsman-redeemer relinquished his rights towards Ruth. He would do God’s will God’s way. Do not let it be known: Boaz and Ruth were not trying to hide anything scandalous; it was just that Boaz didn’t want this nearer kinsman to learn that Ruth was now demanding her right to marriage to a goel before Boaz could tell him personally. a. i. “Words from the root g’l are used with a variety of meanings in the Old Testament, but the fundamental idea is that of fulfilling one’s obligations as a kinsman.” (Morris). Exploring the Passage. If he does not want to perform the duty for you, then I will perform the duty for you: Wonderfully, Boaz wasn’t willing to cut corners. Show content in: English Both Hebrew. Boaz, having undertaken this matter, would be sure to manage it well. The Harvest (2:1-23) Regardless of the meaning of “feet” in Ruth 3:4, 7, 8, 14—which may be a sexual euphemism [1] — the scheme Naomi concocts is suspicious from the standpoint of custom and morality, and it … Rut - Ruth - Chapter 3 « Previous Chapter 2. We fully respect if you want to refuse cookies but to avoid asking you again and again kindly allow us to store a cookie for that. Ruth’s preparations and the choice of location for the encounter suggest the actions of … Add to my study list. […] Therefore wash yourself: Naomi, in her advice to Ruth, showed a keen knowledge of male behavior. Visit our library of inductive Bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the Bible you can use in your small group. And all the while a kinsman named Boaz was preserved as a husband for Ruth to raise up an heir for the family name and property. c. He will tell you what you should do: Of course, this was a situation that had the potential for disaster if Boaz should mistreat Ruth in some way. 3 Then Naomi her mother-in-law said to her, “My daughter, shall I not seek [] security for you, that it may be well with you? i. Moab (1:1-18) 2. Regardless of the meaning of “feet” in Ruth 3:4, 7, 8, 14—which may be a sexual euphemism [1] — the scheme Naomi concocts is suspicious from the standpoint of custom and morality, and it is fraught with danger. And she told her all that the man had done for her. We can well imagine that Boaz was indeed startled, waking up in the night as he turned in his sleep, knowing that someone was out there but not being able to see clearly because of the darkness and the sleep in his eyes. Then he said, “Blessed are you of the LORD, my daughter! Next » Chapter 4. “Now it is true that I am a close relative; however, there is a relative closer than I. c. Under your wing: Here, she boldly asked Boaz to take her in marriage. This could only happen through Boaz marrying Ruth and providing children to carry on the name of Elimelech. Bible Commentary Ruth 3. Much has taken place in the pages of Ruth during this one week of liturgical time. Law and custom gave Ruth, who was now proselyted to the true religion, a legal claim upon Boaz. Verse 6 *LORD is a special name for God. 2. he winnoweth barley to-night in the threshing-floor--The winnowing process is performed by throwing up the grain, after being trodden down, against the wind with a shovel.The threshing-floor, which was commonly on the harvest-field, was carefully leveled with … 7 When Boaz had eaten and drunk and his heart was merry, he went to lie down at the end of the heap of grain; and she came secretly, and uncovered his feet and lay down. We studied the first two chapters already. So, let’s start reading Ruth 1:1. Therefore it should be engaged in with great seriousness, with earnest prayers for direction, for the blessing of God, and with regard to his precepts. It was customary for widows to assert this claim, Deuteronomy 25:5-10. She sends Ruth to Boaz’s threshing floor in the middle of the night to “uncover his feet and lie down” (Ruth 3:4). “Let none be encouraged hereby to enter into God’s ordinance through the devil’s portal, lest they smart and smoke for it.” (Trapp). These protections showed how important it was to God to preserve the institution of the family in Israel – and that it is also important to Him today. And he said, “Who are you?” So she answered, “I am Ruth, your maidservant. We don’t really know how Ruth looked, but we do know that she was a woman of godly character. Ruth 3:1-13.BY NAOMI'S INSTRUCTIONS, RUTH LIES AT BOAZ'S FEET, WHO ACKNOWLEDGES THE DUTY OF A KINSMAN. i. The course Naomi advised appears strange to us; but it was according to the laws and usages of Israel. In the marriage relationship, many wives wish they had a husband who loved, cared, and treated them the way Boaz did towards Ruth. He knew that if it was really of the LORD, then it could be done orderly and in a proper way. He wasn’t going to just say, “There’s a woman I want, and I have her by right.” He was kind enough to not act as goel towards Ruth unless she desired it. Please see our Privacy Policy for cookie usage details. You can also change some of your preferences. Ruth was getting good advise from her … The daily summaries are written by Wayne D. Turner, Pastor of SouthPointe Bible Fellowship in Fayetteville, Georgia ... We see in verses 1-3 that Ruth did not go looking specifically for the field of Boaz. Boaz did not just pray for Ruth to be covered, he moved to shelter her in the Lord’s name when the opportunity presented itself. It may seem forward to us, but it was regarded as proper in that day. She had claimed her right to marriage and would be married. Let us seek to receive from him his directions: Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? a. Otherwise you will be prompted again when opening a new browser window or new a tab. After taking up Ruth 1:1-18 in the Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost, the lectionary now skips to 3:1-5 and 4:13-17. The book of Ruth is a story. The married state should be a rest, as much as any thing upon earth can be so, as it ought to … Ruth 3:2 - Now is not Boaz our kinsman, with whose maids you were? Then he said, "Do not let it be known that the woman came to the threshing floor." Lie down until morning." In the original it is "the places of his feet" (see Ruth 3:4). Prayer is vitally important, but we must be willing to be the answer to prayer as well. Refer to it frequently....They are not exactly a commentary, but what marvelous expositions you have there! “Even to the present day, when a Jew marries a woman, he throws the skirt or end of his talith over her, to signify that he has taken her under his protection.” (Clarke). You can check these in your browser security settings. 1 And Naomi her mother-in-law said to her, "My daughter, shall I not seek rest for you, that it be good for you? I will, however, give a brief The famine broke in Judah and Naomi could go home. God made this rule for his people. You are free to opt out any time or opt in for other cookies to get a better experience. But his shock quickly turned to wondering when he found out the visitor was a woman. She heard the advice, she said she would do it, and she did it. If Boaz did not fulfill this duty towards Elimelech (though he was now deceased), then the direct family and name of Elimelech would perish. “On the whole, we must say, had not Boaz been a person of extraordinary piety, prudence, and continence, this experiment might have been fatal to Ruth. We need 2 cookies to store this setting. Ruth: Strategic Righteousness. Don’t lose sight of the larger picture: Ruth came to claim a right. Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the website, refuseing them will have impact how our site functions. Spurgeon comments -"Exceeding meritorious. on StudyLight.org If poor people be but good people, they shall have honour from God and man. c. All the people of my town know that you are a virtuous woman: Boaz was also attracted to Ruth because of her character. Sleep there would be none to either the one or the other. She is an amazing worker. In essence, she told her to let him know you’re interested (eyebrows flaring up and down). This is a chronologically-ordered Bible site with commentary on each passage. Note that blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience on our websites and the services we are able to offer. a. We cannot easily account for this transaction; probably Naomi knew more than she revealed to her daughter-in-law. He was responsible to carry on the family name by marrying a childless widow (Deuteronomy 25:5-10). So then we know that Kilion married Orpah. Bethlehem (1:19 -22) 3. Ruth 3:10 - Then he said, 'May you be blessed of the Lord , my daughter. Ruth committed herself to care for Naomi. i. Time would rapidly fly past. Sep 3, 2008. She said to Boaz, “I respect you, I trust you, and I put my fate in your hands.”. First – obviously – we’re landing in the middle of the book of Ruth. Now it happened at midnight that the man was startled, and turned himself; and there, a woman was lying at his feet. A sudore et sordibus, ne male oleres, from wet and filth, that thou smell not amiss, as slothful sluts use to do. In her the Gentiles find a place To share the hope of Judah's race; Now see from royal David's line One hope for Jew and Gentile shine!" We do not know who wrote Ruth. This story is about an ordinary family whose members suffered manylosses but God went on looking after them. Due to security reasons we are not able to show or modify cookies from other domains. He has the right to redeem. She instructs Ruth, “Now wash and anoint yourself, and put on your best clothes and go down to the threshing … Continue reading "Commentary on Ruth 3:1-18" St-Takla.org > bible > commentary > en > all > ot > ruth Contact St-Takla.org website You can contact us through this form, or directly through mobile/WhatsApp: 002 01287627004 (Michael Ghaly). Wash thyself therefore.] He spoke honourably of her as a virtuous woman, made her a promise, and as soon as the morning arrived, sent her away with a present to her mother-in-law. Boaz was her goel, her kinsman-redeemer, and she had the right to expect him to marry her and raise up a family to perpetuate the name of Elimelech. If you do not want that we track your visit to our site you can disable tracking in your browser here: We also use different external services like Google Webfonts, Google Maps, and external Video providers. Ruth 1 Commentary: Verses 1 and 2 KJV Ruth 1:1 ¶ Now it came to pass in the days when the judges ruled, that there was a famine in the land. 4 En het zal geschieden, als hij nederligt, dat gij de plaats zult merken, waar hij zal nedergelegen zijn; ga dan in, en sla zijn voetdeksel op, en leg u; zo zal hij u te kennen geven, wat gij doen zult. Ruth chapter 3 summary began as Naomi coached Ruth on how she should find more favor with Boaz (their close kinsman). Ruth 3:16 - When she came to her mother-in-law, she said, 'How did it go, my daughter?' So spread your covering over y… Please be aware that this might heavily reduce the functionality and appearance of our site. Tragically, many people fall in love with an image or an appearance, rather than with a person we can really respect. Ruth, a widow in a strange land, goes into a field at harvest time, to gather grain left by the reapers. 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