Ruth 1:11
Ruth 1:11 in Multiple Translations
But Naomi replied, “Return home, my daughters. Why would you go with me? Are there still sons in my womb to become your husbands?
And Naomi said, Turn again, my daughters: why will ye go with me? are there yet any more sons in my womb, that they may be your husbands?
And Naomi said, Turn again, my daughters: why will ye go with me? have I yet sons in my womb, that they may be your husbands?
But Naomi said, Go back, my daughters; why will you come with me? Have I more sons in my body, to become your husbands?
“Why do you want to go back with me?” Naomi asked. “I'm not able to have any more sons for you to marry.
But Naomi saide, Turne againe, my daughters: for what cause will you go with me? are there any more sonnes in my wombe, that they may bee your husbands?
And Naomi saith, 'Turn back, my daughters; why do ye go with me? are there yet to me sons in my bowels that they have been to you for husbands?
Naomi said, “Go back, my daughters. Why do you want to go with me? Do I still have sons in my womb, that they may be your husbands?
And Naomi said, Turn again, my daughters: why will ye go with me? shall I bear more sons, that they may be your husbands?
But she answered them: Return, my daughters: why come ye with me? have I any more sons in my womb, that you may hope for husbands of me?
But Naomi said, “No, my daughters, return home. ◄It will not do any good for you to come with me!/What good will it do for you to come with me?► [RHQ] Do you think I will get married again and have more sons who could become your husbands?
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ruth 1:11
Study Notes — Ruth 1:11
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- Frequently Asked Questions
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- Gill's Exposition on Ruth 1:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ruth 1:11
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ruth 1:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Ruth 1:11
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ruth 1:11
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ruth 1:11
- Cambridge Bible on Ruth 1:11
- Barnes' Notes on Ruth 1:11
- Whedon's Commentary on Ruth 1:11
- Sermons on Ruth 1:11
Context — Ruth’s Loyalty to Naomi
11But Naomi replied, “Return home, my daughters. Why would you go with me? Are there still sons in my womb to become your husbands?
12Return home, my daughters. Go on, for I am too old to have another husband. Even if I thought there was hope for me to have a husband tonight and to bear sons, 13would you wait for them to grow up? Would you refrain from having husbands? No, my daughters, it is much more bitter for me than for you, because the hand of the LORD has gone out against me.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 25:5 | When brothers dwell together and one of them dies without a son, the widow must not marry outside the family. Her husband’s brother is to take her as his wife and fulfill the duty of a brother-in-law for her. |
| 2 | Genesis 38:11 | Then Judah said to his daughter-in-law Tamar, “Live as a widow in your father’s house until my son Shelah grows up.” For he thought, “He may die too, like his brothers.” So Tamar went to live in her father’s house. |
Ruth 1:11 Summary
In this verse, Naomi is telling her daughters-in-law to go back to their homes because she knows they will have a better life if they can marry again and have children. She is being very honest with them, saying that she is too old to have more children, and even if she could, it would be many years before they could marry them, as she explains further in Ruth 1:12-13. This shows that Naomi is thinking about what is best for them, not just what is best for herself, which is an example of loving others like Jesus taught in Matthew 22:39. Naomi's words also show that she trusts God, even when things seem impossible, which is a lesson for us to trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Naomi tell her daughters-in-law to return home?
Naomi instructed her daughters-in-law to return home because she knew that as widows, they would face significant challenges in a foreign land, and she wanted them to have the opportunity to remarry and find rest in their own homes, as seen in Ruth 1:9, where she prays for their rest in the home of their new husband, similar to the blessing in Genesis 2:24.
What did Naomi mean by 'Are there still sons in my womb to become your husbands?'?
Naomi was highlighting the impossibility of her being able to provide husbands for her daughters-in-law from her own family, given her age and the fact that she had no more sons, emphasizing the reality of her situation and the need for them to seek their own futures, as she further explains in Ruth 1:12-13.
How does Naomi's response reflect her faith in God's sovereignty?
Naomi's words reflect her recognition of God's sovereignty over her life and the lives of her daughters-in-law, as she acknowledges the hand of the Lord in her circumstances, similar to the trust expressed in Psalm 37:7, and her grief in Ruth 1:13 shows her trust in God's plan, even when it is difficult to understand.
What can we learn from Naomi's selfless concern for her daughters-in-law?
Naomi's selfless concern for her daughters-in-law demonstrates a Christ-like love and care for others, as seen in John 13:35, where Jesus teaches that love for one another is a hallmark of being His disciples, and in Philippians 2:3-4, where Paul encourages believers to put the interests of others before their own.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate selfless love and care for those around me, just like Naomi did for her daughters-in-law?
- How do I respond when faced with difficult circumstances, and what can I learn from Naomi's example of trusting in God's sovereignty?
- In what ways can I prioritize the well-being and future of those I care about, even if it means making sacrifices or facing uncertainty?
- How does Naomi's story encourage me to trust in God's plan, even when it seems impossible or unclear, and what promises from Scripture can I hold onto in such times?
Gill's Exposition on Ruth 1:11
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ruth 1:11
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ruth 1:11
Trapp's Commentary on Ruth 1:11
Ellicott's Commentary on Ruth 1:11
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ruth 1:11
Cambridge Bible on Ruth 1:11
Barnes' Notes on Ruth 1:11
Whedon's Commentary on Ruth 1:11
Sermons on Ruth 1:11
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Faithful on the Outside but Decayed on the Inside by Sandeep Poonen | This sermon delves into the parable of the lost son from Luke 15, focusing on the often overlooked character of the older brother. It highlights the dangers of a decaying heart, wh |
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Ruth by Jacob Prasch | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the relationship between the Church and Israel from the perspective of the bride. He emphasizes the importance of the Church being a woman of |
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Old Testament Survey - Part 23 by Dick Woodward | This sermon delves into the Book of Deuteronomy, focusing on Moses' sermons to the people of God before entering Canaan. It emphasizes responding to God's grace with obedience and |
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Ruth From "The Numerical Bible" by F.W. Grant | F. W. Grant preaches on the Book of Ruth, highlighting the historical context during the times of the judges and its connection to David and the kingdom. The story shows how God's |
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Day 156, Luke 20 by David Servant | David Servant discusses the spiritual insight of common folks in Jesus' time compared to the Jewish religious leaders, emphasizing the importance of genuine love for God and others |





