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Ruth 1:18 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Ruth 1:18 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ruth chapter 1 verse 18 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“When she saw that she was stedfastly minded to go with her, then she left speaking unto her. was: Heb. strengthened herself”
Ruth 1:18 (KJV)
Commentary on Ruth 1:18
The narrative's response to Ruth's oath is remarkably brief: "When she saw that she was stedfastly minded to go with her, then she left speaking unto her." The Hebrew phrase "she was stedfastly minded" (mitametzet hi, מִתְאַמֶּצֶת הִיא) uses a participle form of amatz (אָמַץ), meaning to strengthen oneself, be determined, or show courageous resolve. This same verbal root appears in Joshua 1:6-9 where God repeatedly commands Joshua to "be strong and courageous."Naomi's cessation of speech—"she left speaking unto her" (vatechdal ledabber eileha, וַתֶּחְדַּל לְדַבֵּר אֵלֶיהָ)—demonstrates her rec...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Ruth 1:18
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“we ceased”
“be strong in the Lord”
“in the breaking of bread”