Ruth 2:16

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Be sure to pull out some stalks of grain from the bundles and leave them on the ground for her. And don't speak harshly to her!”

Cross References

Psalm 112:9

They will always be remembered and greatly praised, because they were kind and freely gave to the poor.

Proverbs 19:17

Caring for the poor is lending to the LORD, and you will be well repaid.

Matthew 25:40

The king will answer, “Whenever you did it for any of my people, no matter how unimportant they seemed, you did it for me.”

Romans 12:13

Take care of God's needy people and welcome strangers into your home.

Philemon 1:7

My friend, your love has made me happy and has greatly encouraged me. It has also cheered the hearts of God's people.

Hebrews 6:10

God is always fair. He will remember how you helped his people in the past and how you are still helping them. You belong to God, and he won't forget the love you have shown his people.

Ruth 2:15

When Ruth got up to start picking up grain, Boaz told his men, “Don't stop her, even if she picks up grain from where it is stacked.

Ruth 2:17

Ruth worked in the field until evening. Then after she had pounded the grain off the stalks, she had a large basket full of grain.