Then Naomi said to her, “Just be patient, my daughter, until we hear what happens. The man won’t rest until he has settled things today.”

Commentaries

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

Will not be at rest.i.e., will not keep quiet.

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

Then, said she, sit still, my daughter
Keep at home, say nothing of this affair to any person, be easy about it, tak…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

Ruth had done all that was appropriate for her to do. She must patiently await the outcome. Boaz, having taken on this matter, would be sure to man…