KJV ORIGINAL
And Obed begat Jesse, and Jesse begat David.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Obed became the father of Jesse, and Jesse became the father of David.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows David's family line, connecting him back to Ruth and Boaz through his grandfather Obed.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Ruth is set during the time of the Judges in Israel, a period marked by social chaos and spiritual decline after the conquest of Canaan. It follows the story of Ruth, a Moabite widow who shows unwavering loyalty to her Israelite mother-in-law Naomi and marries Boaz, resulting in the birth of their son Obed. This verse concludes the genealogy, linking Obed to Jesse and then to David, highlighting God's providence in establishing the royal line that leads to the Messiah.
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