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Ruth 2:1

King James Version (KJV)

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Ruth 2:1

Verse 1 of 23

Scripture focus

And Naomi had a kinsman of her husband’s, a mighty man of wealth, of the family of Elimelech; and his name [was] Boaz.

Ruth 2:1 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Ruth 2:1

Theological / Devotional

Boaz. Possibly meaning “fleetness.” Another possible derivation is from bo and ‘az, meaning “in him [is] strength.” This was the name of one of the pillars of Solomon’s temple (1 Kings 7:21). Boaz was apparently a man of wealth and considerable influence in the city of Bethlehem. He may have been the son of Rahab of Jericho (see on Matt. 1:5).

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