Ruth 4:5
Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)
فقالَ لَه بُوعَزُ: «يومَ تشتري الحقلَ مِنْ يدِ نُعمَةَ تشتَري أيضا راعوثَ الموآبـيَّةَ، ا مرأةَ المَيْتِ، لِتُعيدَ ا سمَ المَيْتِ إلى ميراثِهِ».
What Does This Mean?
Boaz tells the man that to buy Naomi's field, he must also marry Ruth, the Moabitess, to keep the dead husband's name alive in the inheritance. This shows the importance of family and lineage in ancient Israel.
Explained for Children
Imagine if your family had a special piece of land, and to buy it, you had to marry someone who lived there too. That's what Boaz is saying to the man about Ruth and Naomi's land. It's like keeping a promise to the family.
Historical Background
The Book of Ruth was likely written during the time of David, around 1000 B.C.E., and reflects the customs of that period. The audience would have understood the importance of kinship and property rights in maintaining family honor and lineage.
Living It Out Today
In today's world, this verse can remind us of the importance of honoring family commitments and responsibilities. For example, if you have a family business, ensuring its continuity and prosperity can be seen as a way to honor your ancestors.
Topics
familyinheritancecommitmentresponsibilitypromisehonor
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Boaz mention Ruth in the context of buying Naomi's field?
Boaz mentioned Ruth to highlight the legal obligation to marry the widow and ensure the deceased’s lineage is continued, which was a customary practice in ancient Israel.
What does 'raise up the name of the dead upon his inheritance' mean?
This phrase refers to the practice of ensuring the deceased's name and lineage are not forgotten by having a child to carry on the family name and maintain the property.
How does Ruth 4:5 relate to modern legal systems?
While modern legal systems don't have the exact same practices, Ruth 4:5 can be seen as an early form of legal protection for widows and the deceased's property, which is reflected in modern inheritance laws.
What is the significance of Ruth being a Moabitess?
Ruth being a Moabitess highlights the inclusion of foreigners in the Israelite community and underscores the broader message of love and acceptance in the book of Ruth.