New International VersionThe women said to Naomi: “Praise be to the LORD, who this day has not left you without a guardian-redeemer. May he become famous throughout Israel!
New Living TranslationThen the women of the town said to Naomi, “Praise the LORD, who has now provided a redeemer for your family! May this child be famous in Israel.
English Standard VersionThen the women said to Naomi, “Blessed be the LORD, who has not left you this day without a redeemer, and may his name be renowned in Israel!
Berean Standard BibleThen the women said to Naomi, “Blessed be the LORD, who has not left you this day without a kinsman-redeemer. May his name become famous in Israel.
King James BibleAnd the women said unto Naomi, Blessed be the LORD, which hath not left thee this day without a kinsman, that his name may be famous in Israel.
New King James VersionThen the women said to Naomi, “Blessed be the LORD, who has not left you this day without a close relative; and may his name be famous in Israel!
New American Standard BibleThen the women said to Naomi, “Blessed is the LORD who has not left you without a redeemer today, and may his name become famous in Israel.
NASB 1995Then the women said to Naomi, “Blessed is the LORD who has not left you without a redeemer today, and may his name become famous in Israel.
NASB 1977Then the women said to Naomi, “Blessed is the LORD who has not left you without a redeemer today, and may his name become famous in Israel.
Legacy Standard BibleThen the women said to Naomi, “Blessed is Yahweh who has not left you without a kinsman redeemer today, and may his name be proclaimed in Israel.
Amplified BibleThen the women said to Naomi, “Blessed is the LORD who has not left you without a redeemer (grandson, as heir) today, and may his name become famous in Israel.
Christian Standard BibleThe women said to Naomi, “Blessed be the LORD, who has not left you without a family redeemer today. May his name become well known in Israel.
Holman Christian Standard BibleThen the women said to Naomi, “Praise the LORD, who has not left you without a family redeemer today. May his name become well known in Israel.
American Standard VersionAnd the women said unto Naomi, Blessed be Jehovah, who hath not left thee this day without a near kinsman; and let his name be famous in Israel.
Contemporary English VersionAfter his birth, the women said to Naomi: Praise the LORD! Today he has given you a grandson to take care of you. We pray that the boy will grow up to be famous everywhere in Israel.
English Revised VersionAnd the women said unto Naomi, Blessed be the LORD, which hath not left thee this day without a near kinsman, and let his name be famous in Israel.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThe women said to Naomi, "Praise the LORD, who has remembered today to give you someone who will take care of you. The child's name will be famous in Israel.
Good News TranslationThe women said to Naomi, "Praise the LORD! He has given you a grandson today to take care of you. May the boy become famous in Israel!
International Standard VersionThen the women of Bethlehem told Naomi, "May the LORD be blessed, who has not left you today without a related redeemer. May his name become famous throughout Israel!
NET BibleThe village women said to Naomi, "May the LORD be praised because he has not left you without a guardian today! May he become famous in Israel!
New Heart English BibleThe women said to Naomi, "Blessed be the LORD, who has not left you this day without a redeemer; and let his name be famous in Israel.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd the women said to Naomi, Blessed be the LORD, who hath not left thee this day without a kinsman, that his name may be famous in Israel. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen the women said to Naomi, “Blessed be the LORD, who has not left you this day without a kinsman-redeemer. May his name become famous in Israel.
World English BibleThe women said to Naomi, “Blessed be Yahweh, who has not left you today without a near kinsman. Let his name be famous in Israel. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the women say to Naomi, “Blessed [is] YHWH who has not let a redeemer cease to you today, and his name is proclaimed in Israel,
Young's Literal Translation And the women say unto Naomi, 'Blessed is Jehovah who hath not let a redeemer cease to thee to-day, and his name is proclaimed in Israel,
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd the women will say to Naomi, Blessed be Jehovah who caused not to cease to thee a blood relation this day; and his name shall be called in Israel. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the women said to Noemi: Blessed be the Lord, who hath not suffered thy family to want a successor, that his name should be preserved in Israel.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd the women said to Naomi, “Blessed be the Lord, who has not permitted your family to be without a successor, and may his name be called upon in Israel.
New American BibleThen the women said to Naomi, “Blessed is the LORD who has not failed to provide you today with a redeemer. May he become famous in Israel!
New Revised Standard VersionThen the women said to Naomi, “Blessed be the LORD, who has not left you this day without next-of-kin; and may his name be renowned in Israel! Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the women said to Naomi, Blessed be the LORD, who has not left you this day without a kinsman, that his name may be famous in Israel.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd the women were saying to Namei: “Blessed is LORD JEHOVAH who has not caused a Redeemer to fail today, and you shall call out his name in Israel OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the women said unto Naomi: 'Blessed be the LORD, who hath not left thee this day without a near kinsman, and let his name be famous in Israel.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd the woman said to Noemin, Blessed is the Lord, who has not suffered a redeemer to fail thee this day, even to make thy name famous in Israel.
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Context Boaz Marries Ruth13So Boaz took Ruth, and she became his wife. And when he had relations with her, the LORD enabled her to conceive, and she gave birth to a son. 14Then the womensaidtoNaomi,“Blessed bethe LORD,whohas notleftyouthis daywithout a kinsman-redeemer.May his namebecome famousin Israel.15He will renew your life and sustain you in your old age. For your daughter-in-law, who loves you and is better to you than seven sons, has given him birth.”…
Cross References Genesis 21:6-7Then Sarah said, “God has made me laugh, and everyone who hears of this will laugh with me.” / She added, “Who would have told Abraham that Sarah would nurse children? Yet I have borne him a son in his old age.”
1 Samuel 2:1-10At that time Hannah prayed: “My heart rejoices in the LORD; my horn is exalted in the LORD. My mouth speaks boldly against my enemies, for I rejoice in Your salvation. / There is no one holy like the LORD. Indeed, there is no one besides You! And there is no Rock like our God. / Do not boast so proudly, or let arrogance come from your mouth, for the LORD is a God who knows, and by Him actions are weighed. ...
Isaiah 61:10I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.
Luke 1:46-55Then Mary said: “My soul magnifies the Lord, / and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! / For He has looked with favor on the humble state of His servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed. ...
Luke 1:68-79“Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, because He has visited and redeemed His people. / He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of His servant David, / as He spoke through His holy prophets, those of ages past, ...
Psalm 113:9He settles the barren woman in her home as a joyful mother to her children. Hallelujah!
Psalm 126:2-3Then our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with shouts of joy. Then it was said among the nations, “The LORD has done great things for them.” / The LORD has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.
1 Samuel 1:27-28I prayed for this boy, and since the LORD has granted me what I asked of Him, / I now dedicate the boy to the LORD. For as long as he lives, he is dedicated to the LORD.” So they worshiped the LORD there.
Genesis 24:60And they blessed Rebekah and said to her, “Our sister, may you become the mother of thousands upon thousands. May your offspring possess the gates of their enemies.”
Isaiah 12:1In that day you will say: “O LORD, I will praise You. Although You were angry with me, Your anger has turned away, and You have comforted me.
Matthew 1:5-6Salmon was the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse, / and Jesse the father of David the king. Next: David was the father of Solomon by Uriah’s wife,
1 Peter 1:3Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By His great mercy He has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,
1 Timothy 2:15Women, however, will be saved through childbearing, if they continue in faith, love, and holiness, with self-control.
Genesis 30:13Leah said, “How happy I am! For the women call me happy.” So she named him Asher.
1 Samuel 2:20-21And Eli would bless Elkanah and his wife, saying, “May the LORD give you children by this woman in place of the one she dedicated to the LORD.” Then they would go home. / So the LORD attended to Hannah, and she conceived and gave birth to three sons and two daughters. Meanwhile, the boy Samuel grew up in the presence of the LORD.
Treasury of Scripture And the women said to Naomi, Blessed be the LORD, which has not left you this day without a kinsman, that his name may be famous in Israel. the women Luke 1:58 And her neighbours and her cousins heard how the Lord had shewed great mercy upon her; and they rejoiced with her. Romans 12:15 Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. 1 Corinthians 12:26 And whether one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; or one member be honoured, all the members rejoice with it. Blessed Genesis 29:35 And she conceived again, and bare a son: and she said, Now will I praise the LORD: therefore she called his name Judah; and left bearing. Psalm 34:1-3A Psalm of David, when he changed his behaviour before Abimelech; who drove him away, and he departed. I will bless the LORD at all times: his praiseshall continuallybe in my mouth… Psalm 103:1,2A Psalm of David. Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me,bless his holy name… which hath Genesis 24:27 And he said, Blessedbe the LORD God of my master Abraham, who hath not left destitute my master of his mercy and his truth: Ibeing in the way, the LORD led me to the house of my master's brethren. Ruth 4:21,22 And Salmon begat Boaz, and Boaz begat Obed, … Genesis 12:2 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing: Isaiah 11:1-4 And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a Branch shall grow out of his roots: … Jump to Previous BlessedCeaseIsraelKinKinsmanKinsman-RedeemerLeftNaomiNa'omiPraiseProclaimedRedeemerRedemptionRelationRightThroughoutTodayTo-DayWomenJump to Next BlessedCeaseIsraelKinKinsmanKinsman-RedeemerLeftNaomiNa'omiPraiseProclaimedRedeemerRedemptionRelationRightThroughoutTodayTo-DayWomenRuth 4 1.Boaz calls into judgment the next kinsman6.He refuses the redemption according to the manner in Israel9.Boaz buys the inheritance11.He marries Ruth13.She bears Obed, the grandfather of David18.The generations of Pharez unto DavidThen the women said to NaomiThe women of Bethlehem, who had witnessed Naomi's return from Moab and her earlier lament of bitterness, now speak words of blessing and joy. This reflects the communal nature of ancient Israelite society, where the community shared in both the sorrows and joys of its members. The women serve as a chorus, affirming God's providence and the restoration of Naomi's fortunes. Blessed be the LORD
This phrase is a doxology, a short hymn of praises to God, acknowledging His sovereignty and goodness. It reflects the belief that all good things come from God and that He is actively involved in the lives of His people. The use of "LORD" (YHWH) emphasizes the covenant relationship between God and Israel, highlighting His faithfulness. who has not left you this day without a kinsman-redeemer
The concept of a kinsman-redeemer (Hebrew: go'el) is central to the book of Ruth. It refers to a close relative who has the responsibility to redeem a family member in distress, whether by buying back land, marrying a widow, or avenging blood. Boaz fulfills this role for Naomi and Ruth, symbolizing God's provision and care. This also foreshadows the ultimate redemption through Jesus Christ, who is the ultimate Redeemer for humanity. May his name become famous in Israel
This blessing speaks to the hope that the child born to Ruth and Boaz, Obed, will have a lasting legacy. It underscores the importance of family lineage and heritage in Israelite culture. Obed becomes the grandfather of King David, linking this narrative to the Davidic line and ultimately to Jesus Christ, fulfilling the messianic prophecies and establishing a royal lineage. Persons / Places / Events 1. NaomiA central figure in the Book of Ruth, Naomi is a widow who returns to Bethlehem from Moab after the death of her husband and sons. Her account is one of loss, redemption, and restoration. 2. RuthNaomi's Moabite daughter-in-law, who shows steadfast loyalty and faithfulness by staying with Naomi and eventually marrying Boaz. 3. BoazA wealthy relative of Naomi's late husband, who acts as the kinsman-redeemer by marrying Ruth, thus preserving the family line and property. 4. The Women of BethlehemThe local women who witness Naomi's transformation from bitterness to joy and who praise God for His provision of a redeemer. 5. BethlehemThe setting for much of the Book of Ruth, Bethlehem is significant as the birthplace of King David and later, Jesus Christ. Teaching Points God's Provision and FaithfulnessGod provides for His people even in times of despair. Naomi's account reminds us that God is always working behind the scenes to bring about His purposes. The Role of CommunityThe women of Bethlehem play a crucial role in affirming God's work in Naomi's life. This highlights the importance of community in recognizing and celebrating God's blessings. The Significance of RedemptionThe concept of a redeemer is central to the Christian faith. Boaz's role as a kinsman-redeemer foreshadows Christ's ultimate redemption of humanity. Legacy and InfluenceThe prayer that the redeemer's name becomes famous in Israel points to the lasting impact of our actions and faithfulness. Our lives can leave a legacy that honors God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Ruth 4:14?
2.How does Ruth 4:14 illustrate God's provision and faithfulness in our lives?
3.What role does community play in celebrating God's blessings, as seen in Ruth 4:14?
4.How can we recognize and praise God for His "redeemer" in our lives today?
5.In what ways does Ruth 4:14 connect to the theme of redemption in Scripture?
6.How can we apply the gratitude expressed in Ruth 4:14 to our daily prayers?
7.How does Ruth 4:14 reflect God's providence in the lives of ordinary people?
8.What role does Ruth 4:14 play in the genealogy of Jesus?
9.How does Ruth 4:14 illustrate the concept of redemption in the Bible?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Ruth 4?
11.What lessons does Ruth's story teach about loyalty and faith?
12.What defines the essence of being redeemed?
13.What does the Bible say about mental health?
14.What is the purpose of Levirate marriage?What Does Ruth 4:14 Mean Then the women said to Naomi• These are the village women of Bethlehem, eye-witnesses to Naomi’s bitter return (Ruth 1:19) and now to her restoration. • Their communal voice reminds us that God’s dealings with individuals are meant to be celebrated in community, much like Elizabeth’s neighbors who “rejoiced with her” when John was born (Luke 1:58). • Naomi, whose name means “pleasant,” had asked to be called “Mara” (“bitter,”Ruth 1:20). The women address her by her true name again, signaling that the Lord has reversed her fortunes (Job 42:11).
Blessed be the LORD• The spontaneous praise centers on the LORD (YHWH), the covenant-keeping God. • Scripture often links blessing God with recognizing His faithful acts (Psalm 34:1;Luke 1:68). • Their words teach that thanksgiving should immediately follow evidence of divine mercy.
who has not left you this day without a kinsman-redeemer• “Kinsman-redeemer” points to Boaz, the close relative who legally rescued Naomi’s family line (Leviticus 25:25;Ruth 2:20). • God’s providence is highlighted: Naomi once felt “empty” (Ruth 1:21), yet God never truly abandoned her. • Boaz foreshadows the ultimate Redeemer, Jesus Christ, through whom “we have redemption through His blood” (Ephesians 1:7), underscoring the gospel woven into Ruth’s narrative. • The phrase “this day” underscores the tangible, timely nature of God’s provision (2 Corinthians 6:2).
May his name become famous in Israel• The women look beyond the present to a legacy that will bless the nation. • Obed’s birth secures the family line that will lead to David (Ruth 4:17), fulfilling God’s covenant purposes (2 Samuel 7:12-13). • Ultimately, the fame reaches its climax in Jesus Christ, descendant of Boaz and Ruth (Matthew 1:5-6), whose name is “the name above every name” (Philippians 2:9). • Their blessing shows how ordinary faithfulness can bear extraordinary, far-reaching fruit.
summaryRuth 4:14 celebrates God’s faithfulness in transforming Naomi’s emptiness into fullness. Through community praise, it spotlights the Lord as the source of blessing, reveals His provision of a kinsman-redeemer in Boaz, and anticipates a renowned lineage culminating in Christ. The verse invites us to see every act of divine kindness as part of God’s larger redemptive tapestry—personal, communal, and ultimately universal. (14) Left thee without.--Literally, not allowed to cease to thee.A kinsman.--That is,the child(See next verse). The wordkinsmanhere isGoel,a redeemer. Verse 14. - And the women said to Naomi, Blessed he Yahveh, who has given thee a kinsman this day! May his name become famous in Israel. Of course it is Ruth's son who is the kinsman referred to, the nearest kinsman, still nearer than Boaz. The kinsman was given, said the women, "this day," the day when the child was born. The expression which we have rendered, "who has given thee a kinsman," is, literally, "who has not caused to fail to thee a kinsman." The sympathetic women who had gathered together in Boaz's house were sanguine, or at least enthusiastically desirous, that a son so auspiciously given, after most peculiar antecedents, would yet become a famous name in Israel. Canon Cook supposes that the kinsman referred to by the women was not the child, but his father, Boaz ('Speaker's Commentary,' inloc.). Yet it is obvious that the kinsman specified was the one who, as they said, had been given, or had not been caused to fail, "that day." He was, moreover, the one of whom they went on to say, "May his name become famous in Israel, and may he be to thee a restorer of life, and for the support of thine old age," etc. Dr. Cook's objections are founded on a too narrow view of the functions devolving on, and of the privileges accruing to, a goel.
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Hebrew Then the womenהַנָּשִׁים֙(han·nā·šîm)Article | Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 802:Woman, wife, femalesaidוַתֹּאמַ֤רְנָה(wat·tō·mar·nāh)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine plural
Strong's 559:To utter, saytoאֶֽל־(’el-)Preposition
Strong's 413:Near, with, among, toNaomi,נָעֳמִ֔י(nā·‘o·mî)Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 5281:Naomi -- mother-in-law of Ruth“Blessed [be]בָּר֣וּךְ(bā·rūḵ)Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular
Strong's 1288:To kneel, to bless God, man, to cursethe LORD,יְהוָ֔ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelwhoאֲ֠שֶׁר(’ă·šer)Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834:Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order thathas notלֹ֣א(lō)Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808:Not, noleftהִשְׁבִּ֥ית(hiš·bîṯ)Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7673:To repose, desist from exertionyouלָ֛ךְ(lāḵ)Preposition | second person feminine singular
Strong's Hebrewthis dayהַיּ֑וֹם(hay·yō·wm)Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3117:A daywithout a kinsman-redeemer.גֹּאֵ֖ל(gō·’êl)Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 1350:To redeem, act as kinsmanMay his nameשְׁמ֖וֹ(šə·mōw)Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 8034:A namebecome famousוְיִקָּרֵ֥א(wə·yiq·qā·rê)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7121:To call, proclaim, readin Israel.בְּיִשְׂרָאֵֽל׃(bə·yiś·rā·’êl)Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478:Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc
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