Ruth 2:17-23 | Literary Study
from Mountains and Mustard Seeds Hosted by Erica Kambeitz
Chiasm and allusion are present in this final portion of Ruth 2:17-23 (NASB, and CJB) which creates a powerful thematic and theological focus. Erica unpacks the theological implications that result from Naomi's declaration in Ruth 2:20, connecting God's hesed with the kindness of Boaz as an answer to prayer. Chiastic structure in this portion: Vv 17 Report of Ruth’s gleaning from day 1 Vv 18-19 Ruth and Naomi discuss where she gleaned Vv 20 Naomi acknowledges the kindness of God by way of Boaz Vv 21-22 Ruth and Naomi plan to continue gleaning in Boaz’s fields’ Vv 23 Report of Ruth’s continued gleaning until end of Harvest If you have a question or would like to connect with Erica, please email [email protected] Podcast instrumental music by Scott Holmes and Joseph McDade.
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