Ruth 4:17
Ruth · Old Testament · Chapter 4
“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.”Ruth 4:17
What Does Ruth 4:17 Mean?
Ruth 4:17 is found in the book of Ruth, chapter 4, verse 17 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 6 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (6)
These passages are connected to Ruth 4:17 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Isaiah 11:1“And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a Branch shall grow out of his roots:”1 Samuel 16:1“And the LORD said unto Samuel, How long wilt thou mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? fill thine horn with oil, and go, I will send thee to Jesse the Bethlehemite: for I have provided me a king among his sons.”Luke 2:4“And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)”Luke 1:58“And her neighbours and her cousins heard how the Lord had shewed great mercy upon her; and they rejoiced with her.”1 Samuel 22:3“And David went thence to Mizpeh of Moab: and he said unto the king of Moab, Let my father and my mother, I pray thee, come forth, and be with you, till I know what God will do for me.”Psalms 78:68“But chose the tribe of Judah, the mount Zion which he loved.”
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