Ruth 4:21
Ruth 4:21 in Multiple Translations
Salmon was the father of Boaz, Boaz was the father of Obed,
And Salmon begat Boaz, and Boaz begat Obed,
and Salmon begat Boaz, and Boaz begat Obed,
And Salmon became the father of Boaz, and Boaz became the father of Obed;
Salmon was the father of Boaz. Boaz was the father of Obed.
And Salmon begate Boaz, and Boaz begat Obed,
and Salmon begat Boaz, and Boaz begat Obed,
and Salmon became the father of Boaz, and Boaz became the father of Obed,
And Salmon begat Boaz, and Boaz begat Obed,
Salmon begot Booz, Booz begot Obed,
Berean Amplified Bible — Ruth 4:21
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Ruth 4:21 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/שַׂלְמוֹן֙
הוֹלִ֣יד
אֶת
בֹּ֔עַז
וּ/בֹ֖עַז
הוֹלִ֥יד
אֶת
עוֹבֵֽד
וְ/שַׂלְמוֹן֙
Salmôwn
H8012
Salmon
Conj | N-proper
הוֹלִ֣יד
yâlad
H3205
to beget
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
בֹּ֔עַז
Bôʻaz
H1162
Boaz
N-proper
וּ/בֹ֖עַז
Bôʻaz
H1162
Boaz
Conj | N-proper
הוֹלִ֥יד
yâlad
H3205
to beget
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
עוֹבֵֽד
ʻÔwbêd
H5744
Obed
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ruth 4:21
וְ/שַׂלְמוֹן֙
Salmôwn
H8012
"Salmon"
Conj | N-proper
Salmon was an Israelite, son of Nahshon and father of Boaz, who married Ruth and became part of Jesus' ancestry in the book of Matthew.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living before Israel's Monarchy, first mentioned at Rut.4.20; son of: Nahshon (H5177); husband of: Rahab (H7343); father of: Boaz (H1162); also called Sala at Luk.3.32; Another spelling of sal.ma (שַׂלְמָא "Salmon" H8007) § Salmon = "garment" 1) father of Boaz, father-in-law of Ruth, and grandfather of David 1a) also 'Salmah', 'Salma'
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Salmon. Compare H8009 (שַׂלְמָה). See also: Ruth 4:21.
הוֹלִ֣יד
yâlad
H3205
"to beget"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to give birth or beget a child, like when Eve gave birth to Cain in Genesis 4:1. It can also mean to help someone give birth, like a midwife. This word is used in many KJV translations, including Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) to bear, bringforth, beget, gender, travail 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to bear, bring forth 1a1a) of child birth 1a1b) of distress (simile) 1a1c) of wicked (behaviour) 1a2) to beget 1b) (Niphal) to be born 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to cause or help to bring forth 1c2) to assist or tend as a midwife 1c3) midwife (participle) 1d) (Pual) to be born 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to beget (a child) 1e2) to bear (fig. -of wicked bringing forth iniquity) 1f) (Hophal) day of birth, birthday (infinitive) 1g) (Hithpael) to declare one's birth (pedigree)
Usage: Occurs in 403 OT verses. KJV: bear, beget, birth(-day), born, (make to) bring forth (children, young), bring up, calve, child, come, be delivered (of a child), time of delivery, gender, hatch, labour, (do the office of a) midwife, declare pedigrees, be the son of, (woman in, woman that) travail(-eth, -ing woman). See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 30:19; 2 Samuel 21:22.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
בֹּ֔עַז
Bôʻaz
H1162
"Boaz"
N-proper
Boaz was an ancestor of King David and also the name of a pillar in Solomon's temple, symbolizing strength and support. The name means 'fleetness' or 'swiftness'.
Definition: § Boaz = "fleetness" name of the left of two brazen pillars, 18 cubits high, erected in the porch of Solomon's temple
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: Boaz. See also: Ruth 2:1; Ruth 3:7; 2 Chronicles 3:17.
וּ/בֹ֖עַז
Bôʻaz
H1162
"Boaz"
Conj | N-proper
Boaz was an ancestor of King David and also the name of a pillar in Solomon's temple, symbolizing strength and support. The name means 'fleetness' or 'swiftness'.
Definition: § Boaz = "fleetness" name of the left of two brazen pillars, 18 cubits high, erected in the porch of Solomon's temple
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: Boaz. See also: Ruth 2:1; Ruth 3:7; 2 Chronicles 3:17.
הוֹלִ֥יד
yâlad
H3205
"to beget"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to give birth or beget a child, like when Eve gave birth to Cain in Genesis 4:1. It can also mean to help someone give birth, like a midwife. This word is used in many KJV translations, including Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) to bear, bringforth, beget, gender, travail 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to bear, bring forth 1a1a) of child birth 1a1b) of distress (simile) 1a1c) of wicked (behaviour) 1a2) to beget 1b) (Niphal) to be born 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to cause or help to bring forth 1c2) to assist or tend as a midwife 1c3) midwife (participle) 1d) (Pual) to be born 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to beget (a child) 1e2) to bear (fig. -of wicked bringing forth iniquity) 1f) (Hophal) day of birth, birthday (infinitive) 1g) (Hithpael) to declare one's birth (pedigree)
Usage: Occurs in 403 OT verses. KJV: bear, beget, birth(-day), born, (make to) bring forth (children, young), bring up, calve, child, come, be delivered (of a child), time of delivery, gender, hatch, labour, (do the office of a) midwife, declare pedigrees, be the son of, (woman in, woman that) travail(-eth, -ing woman). See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 30:19; 2 Samuel 21:22.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
עוֹבֵֽד
ʻÔwbêd
H5744
"Obed"
N-proper
Obed means serving and refers to several Israelites, including the grandfather of King David, who was the son of Boaz and Ruth. He is mentioned in the book of 2 Chronicles and 1 Samuel. Obed played a significant role in the family line of Jesus.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.23.1; father of: Azariah (H5838T) § Obed = "serving" 1) son of Boaz by Ruth and the grandfather of David 2) a Judaite, a descendant of Jarha, the Egyptian slave of Sheshan, in the line of Jerahmeel 3) a Judaite, father of Azariah, one of the captains of hundreds who joined with Jehoiada in the revolution by which Athaliah fell 4) one of David's mighty warriors 5) son of Shemaiah and a gatekeeper of the temple
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Obed. See also: Ruth 4:17; 1 Chronicles 2:37; 2 Chronicles 23:1.
Study Notes — Ruth 4:21
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Context — The Line of David
19Hezron was the father of Ram, Ram was the father of Amminadab,
20Amminadab was the father of Nahshon, Nahshon was the father of Salmon,
21Salmon was the father of Boaz, Boaz was the father of Obed,
22Obed was the father of Jesse, and Jesse was the father of David.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luke 3:32 | the son of Jesse, the son of Obed, the son of Boaz, the son of Sala, the son of Nahshon, |
| 2 | Matthew 1:5 | Salmon was the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse, |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 2:11–12 | Nahshon was the father of Salmon, and Salmon was the father of Boaz. Boaz was the father of Obed, and Obed was the father of Jesse. |
Ruth 4:21 Summary
This verse, Ruth 4:21, is talking about the family of Jesus, showing how He came from a line of special people, including Boaz and Obed. Just like how a family tree shows our ancestors, this verse shows Jesus' ancestors, which is important because it fulfills God's promise to send a Savior, as seen in verses like Genesis 3:15 and Luke 3:23-38. We can learn from the faithfulness of these families and trust God's plan for our own lives, just like they did, knowing that He has a purpose for each of us, as mentioned in Jeremiah 29:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the genealogy of Jesus important in the book of Ruth?
The genealogy of Jesus is important because it shows how God fulfilled His promise to send a Messiah through the family of King David, as seen in Ruth 4:21 and Matthew 1:1-17. This lineage is crucial to understanding Jesus' rightful claim to the throne of Israel.
Who was Salmon in the Bible?
Salmon was the father of Boaz, as seen in Ruth 4:21, and he is also mentioned in Matthew 1:4-5 as part of the genealogy of Jesus, highlighting the importance of his family line in God's plan.
What is the significance of Boaz in the Bible?
Boaz was a righteous man who played a key role in the story of Ruth, and as seen in Ruth 4:21, he was the father of Obed, making him the grandfather of Jesse and the great-grandfather of King David, as mentioned in 1 Samuel 16:1-13.
How does this verse relate to the larger story of the Bible?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of God's plan to redeem humanity, as seen in verses like Genesis 3:15 and Galatians 3:16, which ultimately leads to the birth of Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from the faithfulness of the families mentioned in this verse, and how can we apply that to our own lives?
- How does the mention of Boaz and Obed in this verse point forward to the coming of King David and ultimately Jesus Christ?
- What role do you think the women in the family, like Ruth, played in the spiritual heritage of their children and grandchildren, as seen in verses like Ruth 1:16-17?
- In what ways can we trust God's plan for our own families, just as the families in this verse trusted Him, even when the future seems uncertain?
Gill's Exposition on Ruth 4:21
And Salmon begat Boaz,.... Of Rahab the harlot, whom he married, Matthew 1:5 the very same person that makes a principal part of this book, and whom the Targum here takes to be the judge Ibzan, [See comments on Ruth 1:1].
Trapp's Commentary on Ruth 4:21
Rth 4:21 And Salmon begat Boaz, and Boaz begat Obed,Ver. 21. And Salmon begat Boaz.] Whom the Chaldee calleth that just man, by whose prayers the land was freed of the famine. And Boaz begat Obed,] i.e., Obedient. The Prince of Wales’ a word is Ich Dien, I serve. Laus Deo
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ruth 4:21
Verse 21. And Salmon begat Boaz] The Targum goes on, "And Salmon begat Absan the judge; he is Boaz the Just, on account of whose righteousness the people of the house of Israel were redeemed from the hands of their enemies; and at whose supplication the famine departed from the land of Israel." And Boaz begat Obed] "Who served the Lord in this world with a perfect heart."
Barnes' Notes on Ruth 4:21
Salmon begat Boaz - Matthew has preserved the additional interesting information that the mother of Boaz was Rahab Josh. 2; 6.
Whedon's Commentary on Ruth 4:21
21. Salmon begat Boaz — Matthew reads, Salmon begat Boaz of Rachab.
Sermons on Ruth 4:21
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The Rewards of Hospitality by Clement of Rome | Clement of Rome highlights the story of Rahab the harlot, emphasizing her faith, hospitality, and role in the salvation of the spies sent by Joshua to Jericho. Rahab's courageous a |
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Ruth the Moabitess by Anton Bosch | Anton Bosch delves into the history of the Moabites, known for immorality, seduction, and leading Israel astray through incestuous relationships, idol worship, and schemes to draw |