Ruth 2:18
Ruth 2:18 in Multiple Translations
She picked up the grain and went into the town, where her mother-in-law saw what she had gleaned. And she brought out what she had saved from her meal and gave it to Naomi.
¶ And she took it up, and went into the city: and her mother in law saw what she had gleaned: and she brought forth, and gave to her that she had reserved after she was sufficed.
And she took it up, and went into the city; and her mother-in-law saw what she had gleaned: and she brought forth and gave to her that which she had left after she was sufficed.
And she took it up and went into the town; and she let her mother-in-law see what she had got, and after taking enough for herself she gave her the rest.
She picked it up and took it back to town to show her mother-in-law how much she had collected. Ruth also gave her what she had left over from her meal.
And she tooke it vp, and went into the citie, and her mother in law saw what she had gathered: Also she tooke foorth, and gaue to her that which she had reserued, when she was sufficed.
and she taketh [it] up, and goeth into the city, and her mother-in-law seeth that which she hath gleaned, and she bringeth out and giveth to her that which she left from her satiety.
She took it up, and went into the city. Then her mother-in-law saw what she had gleaned; and she brought out and gave to her that which she had left after she had enough.
And she took it , and went into the city: and her mother-in-law saw what she had gleaned: and she brought forth, and gave to her what she had reserved after she was satisfied.
Which she took up and returned into the city, and shewed it to her mother in law: moreover she brought out, and gave her of the remains of her meat, wherewith she had been filled.
She carried it back to town, and showed to her mother-in-law how much she had gathered. Ruth also showed to her the grain that was left over after she had eaten enough from what Boaz had given her at lunchtime.
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Study Notes — Ruth 2:18
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- Ruth 2:18 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on Ruth 2:18
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ruth 2:18
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ruth 2:18
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- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ruth 2:18
- Cambridge Bible on Ruth 2:18
- Whedon's Commentary on Ruth 2:18
- Sermons on Ruth 2:18
Context — Boaz Meets Ruth
18She picked up the grain and went into the town, where her mother-in-law saw what she had gleaned. And she brought out what she had saved from her meal and gave it to Naomi.
19Then her mother-in-law asked her, “Where did you glean today, and where did you work? Blessed be the man who noticed you.” So she told her mother-in-law where she had worked. “The name of the man I worked with today is Boaz,” she said. 20Then Naomi said to her daughter-in-law, “May he be blessed by the LORD, who has not withdrawn His kindness from the living or the dead.” Naomi continued, “The man is a close relative. He is one of our kinsman-redeemers. ”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ruth 2:14 | At mealtime Boaz said to her, “Come over here; have some bread and dip it into the vinegar sauce.” So she sat down beside the harvesters, and he offered her roasted grain, and she ate and was satisfied and had some left over. |
| 2 | John 6:12–13 | And when everyone was full, He said to His disciples, “Gather the pieces that are left over, so that nothing will be wasted.” So they collected them and filled twelve baskets with the pieces of the five barley loaves left over by those who had eaten. |
| 3 | 1 Timothy 5:4 | But if a widow has children or grandchildren, they must first learn to show godliness to their own family and repay their parents, for this is pleasing in the sight of God. |
Ruth 2:18 Summary
[Ruth 2:18 shows us that Ruth was a hard worker and wanted to take care of her mother-in-law Naomi, so she brought back the grain she had gathered. This act of love and kindness demonstrates the importance of putting others before ourselves, as taught in Philippians 2:3-4. By bringing back the grain, Ruth was able to provide for Naomi's physical needs, just like God provides for our needs, as seen in Matthew 6:25-34. This verse reminds us to trust in God's provision and to show love and care to those around us.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Ruth bringing back the grain to her mother-in-law Naomi?
Ruth's actions demonstrate her love and care for Naomi, as well as her obedience to Naomi's instructions, showing a strong familial bond, as seen in Ruth 1:16-17, where Ruth commits to staying with Naomi.
How does this verse relate to the concept of provision in the Bible?
This verse illustrates God's provision for His people, as Ruth is able to gather grain and bring it back to Naomi, demonstrating God's care for the poor and needy, as seen in Deuteronomy 24:19 and Leviticus 19:9-10.
What can we learn from Ruth's selfless act of giving her food to Naomi?
Ruth's selflessness demonstrates the importance of putting others before ourselves, as taught in Philippians 2:3-4, and shows that true love and care for others involves sacrificing our own needs for their benefit, as seen in John 15:13.
How does this verse show the theme of relationships and community in the Bible?
This verse highlights the importance of strong relationships and community, as Ruth and Naomi rely on each other for support and care, demonstrating the value of interdependence and mutual love, as seen in Acts 2:42-47 and Hebrews 10:24-25.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can show love and care to those around me, just like Ruth showed to Naomi?
- How can I trust in God's provision for my life, just like Ruth trusted that God would provide for her and Naomi?
- What are some areas in my life where I can practice selflessness and put others before myself?
- How can I cultivate strong, supportive relationships in my life, like the one between Ruth and Naomi?
Gill's Exposition on Ruth 2:18
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ruth 2:18
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ruth 2:18
Trapp's Commentary on Ruth 2:18
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ruth 2:18
Cambridge Bible on Ruth 2:18
Whedon's Commentary on Ruth 2:18
Sermons on Ruth 2:18
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(2006 Conference) 5.a Right Attitude to Money by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of being faithful with money, avoiding extremes of poverty or excessive wealth, and recognizing that money should not rule over our lives. It |
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The Happiest Church in the World by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, Pastor William shares his experience of speaking at a ministers conference in Vancouver Island, where he witnessed a tremendous hunger for the things of God in the |
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Protect Your Testimony by Michael Koulianos | Michael Koulianos emphasizes the importance of protecting one's testimony, which encompasses not only the story of salvation but also the ongoing work of God in our lives. He warns |
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The Bread of Heaven by Mariano Di Gangi | Mariano Di Gangi preaches on 'The Bread of Heaven,' emphasizing that Jesus is essential for spiritual nourishment, likening Him to bread that sustains life. He recounts the miracle |
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Being Faithful With Money by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen emphasizes the importance of being faithful with money, explaining that under the new covenant, we are called to give 100% of our resources to God rather than just tithi |
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Divine Life: All-Sufficient and Inexhaustible by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the all-sufficient and inexhaustible nature of the life that Christ offers, as illustrated through the signs in the Gospel of John. He explains that thi |
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Mark 6:30-44. Christ Feeds Five Thousand With Five Loaves and Two Fish. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the compassion of Jesus, who sacrificed His own ease to minister to the needs of the people, showing deep care for their spiritual well-being. Je |






