Ruth 2:23
Ruth · Old Testament · Chapter 2
“So she kept fast by the maidens of Boaz to glean unto the end of barley harvest and of wheat harvest; and dwelt with her mother in law.”Ruth 2:23
What Does Ruth 2:23 Mean?
Ruth 2:23 is found in the book of Ruth, chapter 2, verse 23 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 9 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (9)
These passages are connected to Ruth 2:23 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Ruth 1:22“So Naomi returned, and Ruth the Moabitess, her daughter in law, with her, which returned out of the country of Moab: and they came to Bethlehem in the beginning of barley harvest.”Exodus 9:31“And the flax and the barley was smitten: for the barley was in the ear, and the flax was bolled.”Ephesians 6:1“Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right.”Deuteronomy 16:9“Seven weeks shalt thou number unto thee: begin to number the seven weeks from such time as thou beginnest to put the sickle to the corn.”Proverbs 6:6“Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise:”Proverbs 13:1“A wise son heareth his father’s instruction: but a scorner heareth not rebuke.”Proverbs 13:20“He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.”Proverbs 31:13“She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands.”1 Corinthians 15:33“Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners.”
People & Places
Boaz
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