Ruth 4:4
Ruth · Old Testament · Chapter 4
“And I thought to advertise thee, saying, Buy it before the inhabitants, and before the elders of my people. If thou wilt redeem it, redeem it: but if thou wilt not redeem it, then tell me, that I may know: for there is none to redeem it beside thee; and I am after thee. And he said, I will redeem it.”Ruth 4:4
What Does Ruth 4:4 Mean?
Ruth 4:4 is found in the book of Ruth, chapter 4, verse 4 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 4:4 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Leviticus 25:25“If thy brother be waxen poor, and hath sold away some of his possession, and if any of his kin come to redeem it, then shall he redeem that which his brother sold.”Jeremiah 32:7“Behold, Hanameel the son of Shallum thine uncle shall come unto thee, saying, Buy thee my field that is in Anathoth: for the right of redemption is thine to buy it.”2 Corinthians 8:21“Providing for honest things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.”Genesis 23:11“Nay, my lord, hear me: the field give I thee, and the cave that is therein, I give it thee; in the presence of the sons of my people give I it thee: bury thy dead.”Genesis 23:18“Unto Abraham for a possession in the presence of the children of Heth, before all that went in at the gate of his city.”2 Samuel 7:27“For thou, O LORD of hosts, God of Israel, hast revealed to thy servant, saying, I will build thee an house: therefore hath thy servant found in his heart to pray this prayer unto thee.”Jeremiah 32:25“And thou hast said unto me, O Lord GOD, Buy thee the field for money, and take witnesses; for the city is given into the hand of the Chaldeans.”Romans 12:17“Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.”Philippians 4:8“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.”
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