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So Boaz took Ruth, and she became his wife; and he went in to her, and Yahweh gave her conception, and she bore a son.

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God's Sovereign Gift

Commentators emphasize the phrase 'Jehovah gave her conception' as a key theological statement. John Gill points out that this highlights God's direct and sovereign hand in the blessing of children. The happy outcome of Boaz and Ruth's union was not a matter of chance but a direct gift and intervention from God.

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John Gill

John Gill

On Ruth 4:13

17th Century

Pastor

So Boaz took Ruth, and she was his wife
Without any other rites or ceremonies than what are here expressed; for as y…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Ruth 4:13–22

17th Century

Minister

Ruth bore a son, through whom thousands and myriads were born to God. In being the lineal ancestor of Christ, she was instrumental in the happiness…