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The Meaning of Obed's Name
Commentators agree that the name "Obed" means "serving." The neighbors chose this name to reflect their hope that the child would serve and care for his grandmother Naomi, fulfilling the blessing from earlier in the chapter. One ancient source even suggests it points to his future service to the Lord.
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Albert Barnes
On Ruth 4:17
18th Century
Theologian
Obed - that is, serving, with allusion to the service of love and duty that he would render to his grandmother Naomi.
Charles Ellicott
On Ruth 4:17
19th Century
Bishop
Obed. — that is, a serving one.
(18–22). This short genealogy, abruptly added, may be due to a later hand, it being thought…
John Gill
On Ruth 4:17
17th Century
Pastor
And the women her neighbours gave it a name
Josephus says F17 Naomi gave it, by the advice of her neighbo…
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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…