Ruth 3:5 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And she said unto her, All that thou sayest unto me I will do.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And she said to her, 'Everything you tell me to do, I will do.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Ruth is showing complete trust and obedience to Naomi's guidance, demonstrating loyal devotion to her mother-in-law.

📚 Historical Context

Ruth is responding to Naomi's instructions about approaching Boaz at the threshing floor to seek his protection as a kinsman-redeemer. This conversation takes place during barley harvest season, when Ruth had been gleaning in Boaz's fields and had found favor with him. Naomi is guiding Ruth in the proper cultural customs for securing marriage and family protection in ancient Israel.

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