Ruth 2:20 · KJV

"And Naomi said unto her daughter in law, Blessed be he of the LORD, who hath not left off his kindness to the living and to the dead. And Naomi said unto her, The man is near of kin unto us, one of our next kinsmen."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁸And she took it up, and went into the city: and her mother in law saw what she had gleaned: and she brought forth, and gave to her that she had reserved after she was sufficed.

¹⁹And her mother in law said unto her, Where hast thou gleaned to day? and where wroughtest thou? blessed be he that did take knowledge of thee. And she shewed her mother in law with whom she had wrought, and said, The man's name with whom I wrought to day is Boaz.

²⁰And Naomi said unto her daughter in law, Blessed be he of the LORD, who hath not left off his kindness to the living and to the dead. And Naomi said unto her, The man is near of kin unto us, one of our next kinsmen.

²¹And Ruth the Moabitess said, He said unto me also, Thou shalt keep fast by my young men, until they have ended all my harvest.

²²And Naomi said unto Ruth her daughter in law, It is good, my daughter, that thou go out with his maidens, that they meet thee not in any other field.

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Reflection Questions

How do you recognize and appreciate kindness in your life?

What does it mean for you to have a support system?

When have you experienced the blessings of family?

Life Application

family

Cherish and express gratitude for the support of family and friends in your life.

faith

Consider how you can be a source of kindness and support to others in your family.

People in This Verse

BoazOT

Boaz is a wealthy landowner who shows kindness and protection to Ruth. He later becomes her husband and a redeemer for Naomi's family.

First appearance: Ruth 2:1

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 today)

Bethlehem is significant for its biblical history, being the birthplace of David and later Jesus, and is a symbol of hope and redemption.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

Naomi's blessing of Boaz reflects the blessings that come from God, which are fully realized in Jesus.

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