Translations
Modern
The neighbor women said, “A son has been born to Naomi,” and they named him Obed. He became the father of Jesse, the father of David.
Traditional
And the women her neighbours gave it a name, saying, There is a son born to Naomi; and they called his name Obed: he is the father of Jesse, the father of David.
Literal
And the neighbor women called for him a name, saying, “A son has been born to Naomi.” And they called his name Obed. He is the father of Jesse, the father of David.
Latin
Vicinæ autem mulieris congratulantes ei, et dicentes: Natus est filius Noëmi: vocaverunt nomen ejus Obed: hic est pater Isai, patris David.
Original
Hebrew
English
The neighbor women said, “A son has been born to Naomi,” and they named him Obed. He became the father of Jesse, the father of David.
Notes
Theme notes and profiles
People
David: Anointed king of Israel, ancestor of Jesus Christ Jesse: Father of King David Naomi: Israelite woman, mother-in-law of Ruth Obed: Son of Boaz and Ruth
Glossary
Topics
Inheritance: Provisions for Inheritance Under Levirate Marriages Jesse: Father of David Obed: Son of Boaz and Grandfather of David