Ruth 3:9 cpdv — And he said to her, “Who are you?” And she answered, “I am Ruth, your handmaid. Spread your covering over your servant,…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And he said to her, “Who are you?” And she answered, “I am Ruth, your handmaid. Spread your covering over your servant, for you are a near relative.” "

— Ruth 3:9, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Ruth 3 — Context

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And she went down to the threshing floor, and she did everything that her mother-in-law had commanded her.

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And when Boaz had finished eating and drinking, and he was merry, and he had gone to sleep by the pile of sheaves, she approached secretly, and, lifting the covering near his feet, she laid herself down.

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And behold, when it was the middle of the night, the man became frightened and confused, and he saw a woman lying near his feet.

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And he said to her, “Who are you?” And she answered, “I am Ruth, your handmaid. Spread your covering over your servant, for you are a near relative.”

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And he said, “You are blessed by the Lord, daughter, and you have excelled beyond your earlier benevolence, because you have not followed young men, whether poor or rich.

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Therefore, do not be afraid, but whatever you decide about me, I will accomplish for you. For all the people, who dwell within the gates of my city, know that you are a virtuous woman.

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Neither do I deny myself to be a near relative, but there is another nearer than I.

Ruth 3:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ruth 3:9 say?
Ruth 3:9 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And he said to her, “Who are you?” And she answered, “I am Ruth, your handmaid. Spread your covering over your servant, for you are a near relative.” ”
Where is Ruth 3:9 in the Bible?
Ruth 3:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ruth, chapter 3, verse 9.
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 3:9.
What translation should I read Ruth 3:9 in?
Ruth 3:9 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 3:9?
Ruth 3:9 reads (CPDV): “And he said to her, “Who are you?” And she answered, “I am Ruth, your handmaid. Spread your covering over your servant, for you are a near relative.” ” 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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