Ruth 3:12

Translations

Modern

Yes, it is true that I am a kinsman-redeemer, but there is a redeemer nearer than I.

Traditional

And now it is true that I am thy near kinsman: howbeit there is a kinsman nearer than I.

Literal

And now it is true that I am a kinsman-redeemer, But also there is a kinsman-redeemer nearer than I.

Latin

Nec abnuo me propinquum, sed est alius me propinquior.

Original

Hebrew

English

Yes, it is true that I am a kinsman-redeemer, but there is a redeemer nearer than I.

Notes

Ruth 3:12–13

Another man was more closely related to Elimelech than Boaz. He had the first right to act as the family redeemer and, according to most interpreters, to marry Ruth.

Theme notes and profiles

Ruth The Family Redeemer

Related verses

Ruth 4:1
Meanwhile, Boaz went to the gate and sat down there. Soon the kinsman-redeemer of whom he had spoken came along, and Boaz said, “Come over here, my friend, and sit down.” So he went over and sat down.
1 Thessalonians 4:6
…and no one should ever violate or exploit his brother in this regard, because the Lord will avenge all such acts, as we have already told you and solemnly warned you.
Matthew 7:12
In everything, then, do to others as you would have them do to you. For this is the essence of the Law and the Prophets.

Glossary

Family Life and Relations Marriage, Marriage Customs Naomi Ransom Ruth, Book of

Topics

Chastity: Boaz Continence: Boaz Courtship: Ancient Customs of Women Proposed Marriage Threshing: Floors For Widows: Laws Respecting: when Left Childless, to be Married by Their Husband's

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