Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Ruth 2:4 Cross-References
Explore 12 cross-references for Ruth 2:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ruth chapter 2 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And, behold, Boaz came from Bethlehem, and said unto the reapers, The LORD be with you. And they answered him, The LORD bless thee.”
Ruth 2:4 (KJV)
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Commentary on Ruth 2:4
Boaz's arrival demonstrates godly leadership. His greeting—'The LORD be with you' (YHWH immakhem)—invokes Yahweh's blessing on workers, showing faith permeated even agricultural labor. Workers respond 'The LORD bless thee', reciprocating blessing. This exchange reveals covenant community where master and servants mutually invoke God's favor, transcending mere economic relationships. Boaz models employer-employee relations characterized by mutual respect, spiritual concern, and recognition that all blessings flow from God. His piety contrasts with the judges period's apostasy, showing faithful ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Ruth 2:4
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“nor he who binds sheaves”
“the angel said to her”
“and said to him”
“Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace always by all means. The Lord be with you all.”
“The Lord Jesus Christ be with thy spirit. Grace be with you. Amen.”
“Blessed be he that cometh in the name of the LORD: we have blessed you out of the house of the LORD.”
“choose you this day whom you will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were beyond the River”
“to the end that he may command his children and his household after him”
“and the elders”
“Behold”