It gets right down to business, bringing this ancient and powerful word of god into the present so that it can be heard and delivered with all the freshness of a new day, with all the immediacy of a friends embrace. Religious tradition and cultic practice in judges 1718. The author of this book was probably samuel, according to jewish tradition. Praise for the niv application commentary series the niv application commentary series doesnt fool around. Ruth 3 niv ruth and boaz at the threshing floor bible gateway. All the elements of traditional exegesisin concise formare discussed. A free bible version and commentary on the book of ruth in easyenglish. This book reveals the fulfillment of the second promise to. Ruth free bible commentary in easy english easyenglish bible. That the book of ruth is included in the canon of scripture need excite no surprise.
These old testament volumes of the niv application commentary show readers. Ruth 1 new international version niv naomi loses her husband and sons. It treats all the elements of traditional exegesis, and its authors bridge the gap between the bibles world and the world of today, between the original context and the contemporary context by. Book of ruth overview insight for living ministries. Upon his death she becomes a childless widow who chooses to accompany her motherinlaw, naomi, to judah. In as much as younger unveils the historical complexities of these stories in a way that is eminently accessible, he also orients the stories to address the difficult moral situations christians faith today with. John carter july 22, 2016 sebts biblical hebrew 6500 a biblical hebrew syntax and exegesis an exegetical paper based on the hebrew text of ruth 4. John calvins bible commentary john darbys synopsis the geneva study bible john gills exposition of the bible jamieson. The lord make the woman that has come into thy house like rachel and leah, that is, god make her a good wife and a fruitful mother. After they had lived there about ten years, 5 both mahlon and kilion also died, and naomi was left without her two sons and her husband.
This book is part of the college press niv commentary set. Best ruth commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. Ruth was a moabite woman, whose sense of piety and devotion to her motherinlaw naomi led to her marriage to the prominent boaz of bethlehem in judah. That may seem to be the message of the books of esther and ruth. A biblical theology of worship and deuteronomy niv application commentary. With some notable exceptions, i do not interact with. The story is told in the book of ruth, part of the biblical canon called. As with all of the books in this set it is well written and in depth without being too academic. Ruth is a moabite woman who marries a judean immigrant named mahlon 1. Its story of gods concern for two widows and of ruths. Upon his death she becomes a childless widow who chooses to accompany her. Ruth was a virtuous woman, and yet needed the prayers of her friends, that by the grace of god she might be made a blessing to the family she had come into. The genealogy at the end of the book shows davids lineage through the days of the judges, acting as a support for his rightful kingship. Ruths name provides the title for the book of ruth, probably a piece of historical fiction set in the time of the judges.
Since understanding this type of information is an important function of sound biblical exegesis, as we kick off our study of the. Rarely does an expositor demonstrate such virtuosity. Wherein also figuratively is set forth the state of the church which is subject to manifold afflictions, and yet at length god giveth good and joyful issue, teaching us to abide with patience till god. The niv application commentary nivac series shows you how to bring the words ancient message into our postmodern context. Judges, ruth the niv application commentary younger, k. Jehovah, indicating that ruth is the follower of the true god. The translated bible text has been through advanced checking. Ruth 1 niv naomi loses her husband and sons in bible. Best commentaries and books on judges logos bible software. So a man from bethlehem in judah, together with his wife and two sons, went to. Ruth meets boaz in the grain field now naomi had a relative on her husbands side, a man of standing from the clan of elimelek, whose name was boaz.
Ruth bible book with full chapters new international. The niv application commentary meets the urgent need for an exhaustive and authoritative commentary based on the new international version. Ruth 2, new international version niv the bible app. These two issues are addressed in the book of ruth. Top 5 commentaries on the book of ruth ligonier ministries. Commentary on the book of ruth by matthew henry old. Ruth 4 new international version niv boaz marries ruth. The book of ruth new international commentary on the old.
You can find the best commentary on ruth for you using the tools on the right side. Jewish tradition points to samuel, but it is unlikely that he is the author because the mention of. Ruth 1 niv naomi loses her husband and sons in bible gateway. Ruth 1, new international version niv the bible app.
Ruth 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on the. Ruth was a moabite woman, whose sense of piety and devotion to her motherinlaw naomi led to her marriage to the prominent boaz of. Ruth niv naomi loses her husband and sons in bible gateway. The mans name was elimelek, his wifes name was naomi, and. Contrast it with the book of judges, to which it is a supplement, and which records feats of arms, deeds of heroism, treachery, violence, and murder. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of ruth. Lawson younger leads us through some of the most exciting, inspiring, troubling, disappointing, and profound stories from the hebrew scriptures. The niv application commentaryseries overdrive rakuten. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of ruth in the bible new international version. Ruth 14 niv naomi loses her husband and sons in bible. His most recent publications are for the glory of god. The book of ruth is a hebrew short story, told with consummate skill. The tradition is that the book of ruth was written by the prophet samuel. Ruth 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on.
Niv new international version nivac niv application commentary. Ruth 1 niv bible in the days when the judges ruled, there. The book of ruth does not specifically name its author. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. This commentary by tamara cohn eskenazi and tikva frymerkensky is an important addition to the extant scholarship on this biblical book. This is the pulpit commentary for the twentyfirst century. Ruth 2 niv bible now naomi had a relative on her husband. The first verse of the book points to the time of the judges and the very last verse points to king david. The final words of the book link ruth with her greatgrandson, david ruth 4. Ruth, biblical character, a woman who after being widowed remains with her. Contrast it with the book of judges, to which it is a supplement, and which records feats of arms, deeds of.
In the days when the judges ruled, there was a famine in the land. Ruth 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Those eight books are now combined into the onevolume bridgeway bible commentary, which is a companion in size, style and format to the bridgeway bible dictionary, an a to z of biblical information. Ruth 1 niv bible in the days when the judges ruled, there was a. The book of ruth connects the book of judges with the books of samuel. Emphasizing comparative biblical treatments about women in general and tamar in particular, the function of the book of ruth as realpolitik, and the narrative coherence produced by chiastic structure, repetition of key themes iesed, bread, seed, life, moabite, etc. The rest of the book, however, will show ruth, in both word and deed, making slow progress in living life after grief with naomi. However, the prevalent view is a date between 1011 and 931 b. The niv application commentary helps you communicate and apply biblical text effectively in todays context. The niv application commentary has 51 entries in the series overdrive rakuten overdrive borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. Naomi finds blessing from the lord because of ruth, who loves her, and who has proven of inestimable worth 4. Its story of gods concern for two widows and of ruth s. Packer regent college the niv application commentary series doesnt fool around. As we move from the book of judges to the book of ruth, a bright light suddenly shines against the dark backdrop of a morally corrupt time period.
On the surface, it is the story of a young virtuous maiden who leaves her family and her nation to cast her lot with a people and religion that she has not previously known. The niv application commentary series promises to be of very great service to all who preach and teach the word of god. You will also find options for commentaries on ruth that help pastors, teachers, and readers with application of the bible, commentaries that approach the scripture versebyverse, classic christian commentaries, and much more. Its story of gods concern for two widows and of ruths devotion to her motherinlaw and first husband is inspiring and fore. Intro to ruth biblica the international bible society. Indeed, the book of ruth is a fresh breath of air after reading judges. It explains what the bible meant and how it speaks so powerfully today. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Boaz said, come over here, my friend, and sit down. The book of ruth is an important historical work in hebrew scripture, our old testament of the bible, as it traces the lineage of king david and ultimately that of the messiah, jesus christ. There are many other themes that run throughout the book of ruth that can be taught as well, such as the faith of ruth, the contrasting attitudes throughout the book between ruth and naomi, and the purity and chastity of the relationship between ruth and boaz. One of the obligatory elements of studying any book of the bible is taking a look at the background information, the history, setting, date of writing, overarching theme, main characters, and any other issues that impact how one approaches what they are reading. Study ruth 2 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning.
The book of ruth new international commentary on the old testament. God in the lives of ordinary people theology and steak. Traditionally, the jews have divided their scriptures into three parts. The jewish publication societys highly acclaimed bible commentary series provides a critical linebyline commentary of the biblical text, which is presented in its original hebrew, complete with vocalization and cantillation marks, as well as the jps english translation the moving story of ruth, with its themes of loyalty, loving kindness hesed, and redemption, is one. The book of ruth reflects a time of peace between israel and moab contrast jdg 3. Ruth intro to ruth biblica the international bible society. Ruth, the newest in the jps bible commentary series, is a magnificent achievement. The book of ruth contains one of the bibles bestknown and mostloved stories. In this chapter we have the wedding between boaz and ruth, in the circumstances of which there was something uncommon, which is kept upon record for the illustration, not only of the law concerning the marrying of a brothers widow deut. For the most part, the commentary is based on the traditional hebrew text. The book of ruth the argument this book is intituled after the name of ruth. Among historical narratives in scripture it is unexcelled in its compactness, vividness, warmth, beauty and dramatic effectivenessan exquisitely wrought jewel of hebrew narrative art.
Ruth with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. David guzik commentary on ruth 3, where ruth makes an appeal to boaz for his continued protection and provision, with naomi helping her. Yet a closer reading shows a gracious and sovereign god at work, one who uses obviously flawed peopleunable even to help themselvesto rescue his people and prepare for the coming of christ. So a man from bethlehem in judah, together with his wife and two sons, went to live for a while in the country of moab.
The book of ruth contains this history, told in a most simple and affecting manner. Like 1sa 12, it gives a series of intimate glimpses into the private lives of the members of an israelite family. A selection of the best commentaries and bible study resources on the book of judges. It celebrates the loyalty and reward of a young moabite widow ruth who chooses to follow her israelite motherinlaw naomi back to bethlehem after naomi was bereaved of her own husband and two sons.
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