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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 which she had left after she was sufficed.
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A Portrait of Piety
Commentators emphasize that Ruth not only brought home the grain she worked for but also the leftovers from the meal Boaz provided her. She saved the best of her provision for Naomi, demonstrating a profound piety and care for her family. This act is seen as a beautiful, practical example of honoring one's elders and fulfilling the scriptural command to provide for one's own household.
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And she took it up The ephah of barley, into her arms, or on her shoulders: and went into the city
Presbyterian
It encourages industry, for in all labor, even that of gleaning, there is profit. Ruth was pleased with what she gained by her own industry, and wa…
