Ruth 3:12
“And now it is true that I am thy near kinsman: howbeit there is a kinsman nearer than I.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And now it is true, that I am thy near kinsman,.... Her husband and he being brothers' sons, so own cousins:
howbeit,…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870Ruth 3:12-13
By “kinsman,” understand the גאל gā'al (Rth 2:20 note).
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
There is a kinsman nearer than I - It is very likely that Naomi was not acquainted with this circumstance. Some have…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Ruth 3:6-13
Here is, I. Boaz's good management of his common affairs. It is probable, according to the common usage, 1. When his…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
there is a kinsman nearer than I with a better right to do the kinsman's part. Boaz displays a nice sense of honour, and…