Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Ruth 2:7 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Ruth 2:7 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ruth chapter 2 verse 7 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And she said, I pray you, let me glean and gather after the reapers among the sheaves: so she came, and hath continued even from the morning until now, that she tarried a little in the house.”
Ruth 2:7 (KJV)
Commentary on Ruth 2:7
The servant commends Ruth's diligence: she requested permission humbly, then 'came, and hath continued even from morning until now'. The Hebrew indicates she worked steadily through the hot day with minimal rest—brief shelter breaks from the sun. Ruth's industry demonstrates biblical work ethic: diligence, initiative, perseverance. Proverbs 31's excellent wife 'rises while it is yet night' and 'does not eat the bread of idleness'—Ruth embodies this ideal. Her work was grateful response to God's provision through gleaning laws, not begrudging obligation.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Ruth 2:7
Ranked by relevance from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
“and has nothing”
“Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men.”
“The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom; and before honour is humility.”
“but the rich answer harshly.”
“do it with your might; for there is no work”
“you younger ones”
“Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.”
“for we will reap in due season”
“Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;”