Bible Strands
Ruth 2:15
When Ruth got up to glean, Boaz ordered his young men, “Even if she gathers among the sheaves, do not insult her.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Boaz addresses his young men at the moment Ruth rises from her meal to resume gleaning. He issues a direct command regarding how they must treat her during the harvest.
The words — The Hebrew verb וַתָּקָם (va.taqom) literally means "and she arose," marking her physical transition back to work. The command phrase לֵאמֹר (le'mor) functions as "saying," introducing the specific instruction that follows.
The thread — This directive to protect a vulnerable gleaner runs parallel to the principle in James 1:5 regarding asking God for wisdom without finding fault. Both passages emphasize proactive guidance over passive allowance.
Why it lands — The text explicitly orders the workers to prevent harassment and ensure Ruth's safety while she gathers. A reader is asked to implement enforced boundaries for the vulnerable rather than relying on unregulated goodwill.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
And when she was risen up to glean, Boaz commanded his young men, saying, Let her glean even among the sheaves, and reproach her not:
Cross-references
- James 1:5 Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.