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When she saw that she was steadfastly minded to go with her, she left off speaking to her.
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The Power of Resolution
Commentators highlight that Ruth's 'steadfast' mind was the turning point. Naomi stopped trying to persuade her once she saw her firm resolve. Matthew Henry notes that such resolution 'shuts and bolts the door' to temptation, resisting the devil and forcing him to flee. This encourages believers to be firm in their commitment to Christ.
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19th Century
Baptist
That is a striking expression, When she saw that she was steadfastly minded to go with her. O you dear young friends who want to be Christ…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
When she saw that she was steadfastly minded to go with her , &c.] That she was strong in her resolutions, and stead…
Presbyterian
See Ruth's resolution and her good affection for Naomi. Orpah was reluctant to part from her; yet she did not love her well enough to leave Moab fo…
