And he said unto the kinsman, Naomi, that is come again out of the country of Moab, selleth a parcel of land, which was our brother Elimelech’s:
And he said to the relative, 'Naomi, who has returned from the country of Moab, is selling a piece of land that belonged to our relative Elimelech.'
Boaz is informing the nearest relative that Naomi needs to sell her deceased husband's land, which by law must first be offered to family members.
📚 Historical Context
In the era of the Judges in ancient Israel, land was a vital inheritance that families fought to preserve, as it represented their livelihood and legacy, especially during times of famine and migration. In this verse, Boaz is addressing a closer relative about Naomi's decision to sell the property that once belonged to her late husband, Elimelech, who had fled to Moab with his family due to hardship. This interaction reflects the cultural practice of redemption, where a kinsman had the right and responsibility to buy back family land to maintain the lineage and protect widows like Naomi.
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