Ruth 4:9
“And Boaz said unto the elders, and unto all the people, Ye are witnesses this day, that I have bought all that was Elimelech's, and all that was Chilion's and Mahlon's, of the hand of Naomi.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And Boaz said unto the elders, and unto all the people,.... Who were present at the gate of the city, or in court:
ye…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Ruth 4:9-12
Boaz now sees his way clear, and therefore delays not to perform his promise made to Ruth that he would do the kinsman's…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Ye are witnesses Cf. Rth 4:4. With this appeal for confirmation cf. Jos 24:22; 1Sa 12:5.
I have bought … of the hand of…