Ruth 4:18 web — Now this is the history of the generations of Perez: Perez became the father of Hezron,

World English Bible

"Now this is the history of the generations of Perez: Perez became the father of Hezron,"

— Ruth 4:18, World English Bible

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KJV
“Now these are the generations of Pharez: Pharez begat Hezron,”
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ASV
“Now these are the generations of Perez: Perez begat Hezron, ”
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NET
“Epilogue: Obed in the Genealogy of David These are the descendants of Perez: Perez was the father of Hezron,”
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DRB
“These are the generations of Phares: Phares begot Esron,”
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BBE
“Now these are the generations of Perez: Perez became the father of Hezron;”
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KJVA
“Now these are the generations of Pharez: Pharez begat Hezron,”
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Ruth 4 — Context

He shall be to you a restorer of life, and sustain you in your old age, for your daughter-in-law, who loves you, who is better to you than seven sons, has borne him."

Naomi took the child, and laid it in her bosom, and became nurse to it.

The women, her neighbors, gave him a name, saying, "There is a son born to Naomi;" and they named him Obed. He is the father of Jesse, the father of David.

Now this is the history of the generations of Perez: Perez became the father of Hezron,

and Hezron became the father of Ram, and Ram became the father of Amminadab,

and Amminadab became the father of Nahshon, and Nahshon became the father of Salmon,

and Salmon became the father of Boaz, and Boaz became the father of Obed,

Ruth 4:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ruth 4:18 say?

Ruth 4:18 in the World English Bible reads: “Now this is the history of the generations of Perez: Perez became the father of Hezron,”

Where is Ruth 4:18 in the Bible?

Ruth 4:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ruth, chapter 4, verse 18.

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 4:18.

What translation should I read Ruth 4:18 in?

Ruth 4:18 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 4:18?

Ruth 4:18 reads (WEB): “Now this is the history of the generations of Perez: Perez became the father of Hezron,” 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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