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Why did Boaz include the other men in the deal with the nearer kinsman-redeemer (Ruth 4:9)?
Why did Boaz include the other men in the deal with the nearer kinsman-redeemer (Ruth 4:9)?
Why did Boaz sit down by the town gate (Ruth 4:1)?
Why did Boaz sit down by the town gate (Ruth 4:1)?
Where did Boaz go to settle the legal issue with the nearer kinsman-redeemer (Ruth 4:1)?
Where did Boaz go to settle the legal issue with the nearer kinsman-redeemer (Ruth 4:1)?
Who else does Boaz get to the gate for his situation with the nearer kinsman-redeemer (Ruth 4:2)?
Who else does Boaz get to the gate for his situation with the nearer kinsman-redeemer (Ruth 4:2)?
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What does Boaz first tell the kinsmen-redeemer that Naomi is doing?
What does Boaz first tell the kinsmen-redeemer that Naomi is doing?
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Whose land did Boaz say Naomi was selling (Ruth 4:3)?
Whose land did Boaz say Naomi was selling (Ruth 4:3)?
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What does Boaz suggest the guardian-redeemer to do (Ruth 4:4)?
What does Boaz suggest the guardian-redeemer to do (Ruth 4:4)?
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What does Boaz say comes with Naomi's land (Ruth 4:5)?
What does Boaz say comes with Naomi's land (Ruth 4:5)?
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Why doesn't the guardian redeemer take the land?
Why doesn't the guardian redeemer take the land?
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Earlier in Israel, how was a transfer of property finalized (Ruth 4:7)?
Earlier in Israel, how was a transfer of property finalized (Ruth 4:7)?
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What did the kinsmen-redeemer finally tell Boaz (Ruth 4:8)?
What did the kinsmen-redeemer finally tell Boaz (Ruth 4:8)?
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What did the nearer kinsmen-redeemer do when he allowed Boaz to buy Elimelech's land (Ruth 4:8)?
What did the nearer kinsmen-redeemer do when he allowed Boaz to buy Elimelech's land (Ruth 4:8)?
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What did Boaz say was his intent in marrying Ruth (Ruth 4:10)?
What did Boaz say was his intent in marrying Ruth (Ruth 4:10)?
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Ruth's dead husband was _______ (Ruth 4:10)
Ruth's dead husband was _______ (Ruth 4:10)
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Who do the elders hope that Ruth would be like in Israel (Ruth 4:11)?
Who do the elders hope that Ruth would be like in Israel (Ruth 4:11)?
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Who was the wife of Judah who bore him Perez (Ruth 4:12)?
Who was the wife of Judah who bore him Perez (Ruth 4:12)?
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Who did Tamar and Judah give birth to that is mentioned in the end of Ruth (Ruth 4:12)?
Who did Tamar and Judah give birth to that is mentioned in the end of Ruth (Ruth 4:12)?
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What did the Lord enable Ruth to do when she got married?
What did the Lord enable Ruth to do when she got married?
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The women of Israel say Ruth is better to Naomi than ______ sons (Ruth 4:15)
The women of Israel say Ruth is better to Naomi than ______ sons (Ruth 4:15)
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What did the women say the Lord did for Naomi (Ruth 4:14)?
What did the women say the Lord did for Naomi (Ruth 4:14)?
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Who takes care of Ruth's son (Ruth 4:16)?
Who takes care of Ruth's son (Ruth 4:16)?
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What is the name of Boaz and Ruth's son (Ruth 4:17)?
What is the name of Boaz and Ruth's son (Ruth 4:17)?
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Who's family line does David come down from (Ruth 4:18)?
Who's family line does David come down from (Ruth 4:18)?
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Who is Perez's father and a tribal head (Ruth 4:18)?
Who is Perez's father and a tribal head (Ruth 4:18)?
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Who is the father of David (Ruth 4:22)?
Who is the father of David (Ruth 4:22)?
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Who is the father of Obed (Ruth 4:21)?
Who is the father of Obed (Ruth 4:21)?
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Who is the son of Obed?
Who is the son of Obed?
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How many names are listed in the genealogy at the end of Ruth (Ruth 4)?
How many names are listed in the genealogy at the end of Ruth (Ruth 4)?
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Who is the final name in the genealogy at the end of Ruth (Ruth 4:22)?
Who is the final name in the genealogy at the end of Ruth (Ruth 4:22)?
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Study Notes
Boaz and the Kinsman-Redeemer
- Boaz involved other men in the agreement to ensure they could serve as witnesses to the transaction.
- He approached the situation at the town gate to speak with the nearer kinsman-redeemer.
- The legal issue was settled publicly at the city gate, emphasizing the importance of community oversight.
Naomi's Land Transaction
- Naomi was selling the land that belonged to her deceased husband, Elimelech.
- Boaz offered the nearer kinsman-redeemer the opportunity to purchase the land and fulfill his obligations.
- The inclusion of Ruth, a former member of the family, was crucial as she came with the land.
Customs and Legal Transactions
- The transfer of property was traditionally finalized by giving one’s sandal to the other party, a symbolic act indicating agreement.
- The nearer kinsman declined to purchase the land, fearing it would jeopardize his own estate.
Boaz’s Intentions
- Boaz expressed his intent to marry Ruth to preserve her deceased husband's name within Israel.
- The elders of Bethlehem hoped Ruth would be like Rachel and Leah, revered matriarchs in Israelite history.
Family Lineage and Births
- Ruth and Boaz had a son named Obed, who would continue the family line leading to David.
- Obed’s lineage and connection to David underscore the significance of Ruth in biblical history.
Naomi’s Blessings
- The women of Israel praised Ruth for her loyalty and stated she was more valuable to Naomi than seven sons.
- Naomi played a vital role in caring for Obed, emphasizing her restored status within the community.
Genealogy Overview
- The genealogy at the end of Ruth lists ten names, concluding with David, highlighting God's providential plan through these family connections.
- Judah is noted as Perez's father and a tribal head, and Boaz is identified as Obed’s father, linking the narratives of redemption and lineage in scripture.
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Test your understanding of Ruth Chapter 4 with this flashcard quiz designed by Ted Hildebrandt. Explore the key events and customs illustrated in this pivotal chapter as you answer questions about Boaz's actions and intentions. Perfect for students of Biblical literature.
