Ruth 3:1
“Then Naomi her mother in law said unto her, My daughter, shall I not seek rest for thee, that it may be well with thee?”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Then Naomi her mother in law said unto her,.... After the harvests were over, and so gleaning likewise; when Naomi and…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Shall I not seek rest for thee - That is, Shall I not endeavor to procure thee a proper husband? See Rut 1:9, and the…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Ruth 3:1-5
Here is, I. Naomi's care for her daughter's comfort is without doubt very commendable, and is recorded for imitation.…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Ruth appeals to Boaz to do the kinsman's part
1 .seek rest a resting place marg.; see on Rth 1:9. All arrangements for a…
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