Ruth 3:2 cpdv — This Boaz, whose young women you joined in the field, is our near relative, and this night he will winnow the threshing…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"This Boaz, whose young women you joined in the field, is our near relative, and this night he will winnow the threshing floor of barley. "

— Ruth 3:2, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Ruth 3 — Context

1

But afterwards, when she returned to her mother-in-law, Naomi said to her: “My daughter, I will seek rest for you, and I will provide so that it may be well with you.

2

This Boaz, whose young women you joined in the field, is our near relative, and this night he will winnow the threshing floor of barley.

3

Therefore, wash and anoint yourself, and put on your decorative garments, and go down to the threshing floor, but do not let the man see you, while he finishes eating and drinking.

4

But when he goes to sleep, observe the place where he sleeps. And you will approach and lift up the covering, the part which covers near his feet, and lay yourself down, and sleep there; but he will tell you what you are obliged to do.”

5

She answered, “I will do everything as you have instructed.”

Ruth 3:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ruth 3:2 say?
Ruth 3:2 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “This Boaz, whose young women you joined in the field, is our near relative, and this night he will winnow the threshing floor of barley. ”
Where is Ruth 3:2 in the Bible?
Ruth 3:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ruth, chapter 3, verse 2.
Who wrote Ruth?
Ruth is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Samuel). It was written c. 1011–931 BC.
What is the book of Ruth about?
Ruth is the tender story of a Moabite widow who clings to her Israelite mother-in-law and to the LORD, and finds refuge under the wing of a kinsman-redeemer named Boaz. Set in the time of the judges, it ends with the genealogy of King David — and ultimately points toward Christ.
What are the major themes of Ruth?
Ruth explores themes including Loyalty, Redemption, Providence, Kindness, Lineage of David. These themes shape the meaning and context of Ruth 3:2.
What translation should I read Ruth 3:2 in?
Ruth 3:2 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Ruth 3:2?
Ruth 3:2 reads (CPDV): “This Boaz, whose young women you joined in the field, is our near relative, and this night he will winnow the threshing floor of barley. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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