Ruth 3:2

"Naomi her mother-in-law said to her, “My daughter, shall I not seek rest for you, that it may be well with you?"

Key Reflection

Naomi's words reflect a deep maternal care and concern, urging Ruth to find security and stability. This act of seeking rest for Ruth symbolizes Naomi’s desire to see her daughter-in-law thrive within the community, mirroring the broader themes of familial responsibility and providence in the book of Ruth.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Behold, he winnoweth barley ... -The simple manners of Boaz and his times are here before us. This “mighty man of wealth” assists personally in the winnowing of his barley, which lies in a great heap on the floorRuth 3:15, and sleeps in the open threshing-floor to protect his grain from depredation. Tonight -For the sake of the breeze which springs up at sunset, and greatly facilitates the “cleansing” (separation) of the grain tossed up across the wind.

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