Ruth, 2
17. She gleaned in the field until evening, and when she beat out what she had gleaned it came to about an ephah of barley,
17. She gleaned in the field until evening, and when she beat out what she had gleaned it came to about an ephah of barley,
Ruth 2 deals with the story of Ruth, a Moabite widow who will harvest ears in the field of Boaz, a relative close to her late husband. In this chapter, Boaz's generosity and kindness is presented, which allows Ruth to collect ears in her field and still protects her and cares for her. In addition, the chapter also shows the relationship of care and loyalty between Ruth and his mother -in -law Naomi.
Proverbs 19:17: "He who treats the poor well lends to the Lord, and he will reward him, giving him everything he needs." This verse shows that God blesses those who treat the needy well, as Boaz did by allowing Ruth to harvest ears in his field.
Deuteronomy 24:19: "When you are reaping your grapes in your vineyard, don't go back to catch what you have left. Leave it abroad, the orphan, and the widow, that the Lord may bless you in Everything you do. " This verse shows the importance of leaving remains in the harvests for the needy, a custom that Boaz continues to order her workers to leave ears to Ruth.
Isaiah 58:7: "Isn't it sharing your food with the hungry, giving shelter to the without ceiling, dressing the naked and not ignoring your needy?" This verse highlights the importance of generosity and care with the needy, an attitude that Boaz demonstrates when protecting and taking care of Ruth.
1 Samuel 20:14-17: "And if I still live, make the Lord's loyalty to me, that not only you, but also your offspring after me, never remove your loyalty to my family." This verse talks about loyalty and commitment between friends, a relationship that is also demonstrated between Ruth and Naomi.
Psalm 91:4: "He will cover him with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; His fidelity will be his protective shield." This verse talks about divine protection and God's faithfulness, something that is evidenced in Ruth's history through the protection and care that Boaz offers her.
“Onde há mais sacrifício, há mais generosidade.” São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina