DailyBible
Subscribe

Ruth 1:13 · KJV

"Would ye tarry for them till they were grown? would ye stay for them from having husbands? nay, my daughters; for it grieveth me much for your sakes that the hand of the LORD is gone out against me."

King James Version

What does Ruth 1:13 mean? →

Passage Context

11And Naomi said, Turn again, my daughters: why will ye go with me? are there yet any more sons in my womb, that they may be your husbands?
12Turn again, my daughters, go your way; for I am too old to have an husband. If I should say, I have hope, if I should have an husband also to night, and should also bear sons;
13Would ye tarry for them till they were grown? would ye stay for them from having husbands? nay, my daughters; for it grieveth me much for your sakes that the hand of the LORD is gone out against me.
14And they lifted up their voice, and wept again: and Orpah kissed her mother in law; but Ruth clave unto her.
15And she said, Behold, thy sister in law is gone back unto her people, and unto her gods: return thou after thy sister in law.

Read full chapter →

Reflection Questions

1

How do you cope with feelings of grief for others?

2

What does it mean to you to prioritize others' happiness?

3

When have you had to let go of someone you cared for?

Life Application

grief

Acknowledge the grief of those around you and offer support. Sometimes, listening is the best way to help someone heal.

relationships

Reflect on how you can put others' needs before your own. Acts of selflessness can strengthen bonds.

People in This Verse

NaomiOT

Naomi is a key figure in the Book of Ruth, known for her resilience and faith during difficult times. She faced the loss of her husband and sons, leading her to return to Bethlehem.

First appearance: Ruth 1:1

Related Devotions

Ruth 1:20

All of God's Promises

2 CORINTHIANS 1:20 For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us. Not every verse in the Bible is addressed specifically to us, even if it is all a message

Ruth 3:5

Everyone Is A Minister

2 CORINTHIANS 3:5-6 Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think any thing as of ourselves; but our sufficiency is of God; Who also hath made us able ministers of the new testament; not of the le

Related Prayers

🕊️Grief & Loss

A Mother's Heartache After Losing Her Child

I am a single mother, and I lost my 15-year-old daughter, Mia, to suicide just two weeks ago. I feel completely shattered and lost; my heart aches wit

🕊️Grief & Loss

Struggling with My Faith After Losing My Father

Hello, I am reaching out because I am struggling deeply after the passing of my father. He was my rock and my support, and now I feel a profound empti

🕊️Grief & Loss

A Grieving Heart Yearning for Connection

At 29 years old, I find myself navigating the grief of losing my husband to a tragic accident six months ago. The ache in my heart is constant, and it

🌍 Global Prayer Community

Someone is praying for you right now.

Pray requests. Thanksgiving. Daily reminders. All in your pocket.

Download on theApp StoreGET IT ONGoogle Play

Daily Bible in Your Inbox

Get a daily verse, devotional, and prayer delivered every morning.