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Behold, Boaz came from Bethlehem, and said to the reapers, Yahweh be with you. They answered him, Yahweh bless you.
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A Godly Workplace Culture
All commentators highlight the greetings between Boaz and his workers as evidence of a godly and respectful workplace. Their exchange—'The Lord be with you' and 'The Lord bless you'—was not a mere formality but a sincere expression of shared faith and goodwill. Scholars contrast this with modern workplaces, suggesting that true religion fosters kindness and harmony between leaders and their teams.
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19th Century
Anglican
The Lord be with you. —There is a trace here of the good feeling prevailing between Boaz and his servants. Though he has …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And, behold, Boaz came to Bethlehem Into the field, to see how his workmen went on, and performed their service, and…
Presbyterian
The devout and kind language between Boaz and his reapers shows that there were godly people in Israel. Such language as this is rarely heard in ou…