So she kept fast by the maidens of Boaz to glean unto the end of barley harvest and of wheat harvest; and dwelt with her mother in law.
So Ruth stayed close to Boaz's servant girls and continued gathering leftover grain until both the barley harvest and wheat harvest were finished. She lived with her mother-in-law Naomi during this time.
Ruth faithfully worked through the entire harvest season while continuing to care for and live with Naomi.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of Ruth, which takes place during the time of the Judges in ancient Israel, Ruth is a Moabite widow who has committed to care for her mother-in-law Naomi after they return to Bethlehem. Ruth gleans in the fields of Boaz, a relative of Naomi, as part of the Mosaic Law's provision for the poor to gather leftover grain, reflecting the agricultural society where harvests were crucial for survival. This verse highlights Ruth's steadfastness as she continues gleaning through the barley and wheat seasons, ensuring provision for herself and Naomi.
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