Ruth 4:6
The Scripture
(6) And the kinsman said, I cannot redeem it for myself, lest I mar mine own inheritance: redeem thou my right to thyself; for I cannot redeem it.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In Ruth chapter 4 Boaz proposes to redeem Ruth’s inheritance, and she accepts his offer, showing her loyalty to her mother‑in‑law. The chapter also records her marriage to Boaz, which fulfills the covenant promise of the land. This passage highlights themes of faithfulness, divine justice, and the importance of honoring covenants.
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Related verses (shared words)
Ruth 4:4Exodus 13:13Exodus 34:20Leviticus 25:49Leviticus 25:25Leviticus 25:26