And she said, I pray you, let me glean and gather after the reapers among the sheaves: so she came, and hath continued even from the morning until now, that she tarried a little in the house.
And she said, 'Please, let me pick up grain and gather what's left behind the harvesters among the bundles of grain.' So she came and has worked steadily from morning until now, except for resting just a little while in the shelter.
This verse shows Ruth's humble request to work in the fields and her incredible work ethic - she worked all day with barely any rest.
📚 Historical Context
In ancient Israel, gleaning was a provision God made for the poor, allowing them to gather leftover grain after the harvest. Ruth, as a foreigner and widow, was among the most vulnerable in society and needed this charitable practice to survive. The foreman is reporting to Boaz about Ruth's respectful attitude and tireless work ethic.
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