Ruth 1:2 · KJV

"And the name of the man was Elimelech, and the name of his wife Naomi, and the name of his two sons Mahlon and Chilion, Ephrathites of Beth-lehem-judah. And they came into the country of Moab, and continued there."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹Now it came to pass in the days when the judges ruled, that there was a famine in the land. And a certain man of Beth-lehem-judah went to sojourn in the country of Moab, he, and his wife, and his two sons.

²And the name of the man was Elimelech, and the name of his wife Naomi, and the name of his two sons Mahlon and Chilion, Ephrathites of Beth-lehem-judah. And they came into the country of Moab, and continued there.

³And Elimelech Naomi's husband died; and she was left, and her two sons.

⁴And they took them wives of the women of Moab; the name of the one was Orpah, and the name of the other Ruth: and they dwelled there about ten years.

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond to difficult circumstances?

What does leaving your comfort zone mean for you?

When have you had to make a tough choice for your family?

Life Application

family

Consider how your family's needs influence your decisions. Reflect on the importance of supporting each other during hardships.

faith

Think about how your faith guides you in uncertain times. Are you willing to trust God when the path is unclear?

People in This Verse

ElimelechOT

Elimelech is Naomi's husband, who led his family to Moab during a famine. His decision reflects the struggles families faced during times of crisis.

First appearance: Ruth 1:1

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

Places in This Verse

Bethlehem(Bethlehem, Palestine today)

Bethlehem is known as the birthplace of David and later Jesus. It was a significant location for the Israelite community.

Moab(Jordan today)

Moab was a neighboring nation to Israel, often in conflict with them. It represents a place of refuge and challenge for Naomi and Ruth.

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