New International Version Boaz asked the overseer of his harvesters, “Who does that young woman belong to?” New Living Translation Then Boaz asked his foreman, “Who is that young woman over there? Who does she belong to?” English Standard Version Then Boaz said to his young man who was in charge of the reapers, “Whose young woman is this?” Berean Standard Bible And Boaz asked the foreman of his harvesters, “Whose young woman is this?” Berean Literal Bible And Boaz said to his young man who was set over the reapers, “To whom is this young woman?” King James Bible Then said Boaz unto his servant that was set over the reapers, Whose damsel is this? New King James Version Then Boaz said to his servant who was in charge of the reapers, “Whose young woman is this?” New American Standard Bible Then Boaz said to his servant who was in charge of the reapers, “Whose young woman is this?” NASB 1995 Then Boaz said to his servant who was in charge of the reapers, “Whose young woman is this?” NASB 1977 Then Boaz said to his servant who was in charge of the reapers, “Whose young woman is this?” Legacy Standard Bible Then Boaz said to his young man who was in charge of the reapers, “Whose young woman is this?” Amplified Bible Then Boaz said to his servant who was in charge of the reapers, “Whose young woman is this?” Berean Annotated Bible And Boaz (fleetness) asked the foreman of his harvesters, “Whose young woman is this? Christian Standard Bible Boaz asked his servant who was in charge of the harvesters, “Whose young woman is this? ” Holman Christian Standard Bible Boaz asked his servant who was in charge of the harvesters, “Whose young woman is this?” American Standard Version Then said Boaz unto his servant that was set over the reapers, Whose damsel is this? Contemporary English Version Then Boaz asked the man in charge of the harvest workers, "Who is that young woman?" English Revised Version Then said Boaz unto his servant that was set over the reapers, Whose damsel is this? r GOD'S WORD® Translation Boaz asked the young man in charge of his reapers, "Who is this young woman?" Good News Translation Boaz asked the man in charge, "Who is that young woman?" International Standard Version At this point, Boaz asked the foreman of his harvesters, "To whom does this young woman belong?" NET Bible Boaz asked his servant in charge of the harvesters, "To whom does this young woman belong?" New Heart English Bible Then Boaz said to his servant who was set over the reapers, "Whose young woman is this?" Webster's Bible Translation Then said Boaz to his servant that was set over the reapers, Whose damsel is this? Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd Boaz asked the foreman of his harvesters, “Whose young woman is this?” World English Bible Then Boaz said to his servant who was set over the reapers, “Whose young lady is this?” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Boaz says to his young man who is set over the reapers, “Whose [is] this young person?” Berean Literal Bible And Boaz said to his young man who was set over the reapers, “To whom is this young woman?” Young's Literal Translation And Boaz saith to his young man who is set over the reapers, 'Whose is this young person?' Smith's Literal Translation And Boaz will say to his young man set over the reapers, To whom this maiden? Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Booz said to the young man that was set over the reapers: Whose maid is this? Catholic Public Domain Version And Boaz said to the young man who was in charge of the reapers, “Whose young woman is this?” New American Bible Boaz asked the young man overseeing his harvesters, “Whose young woman is this?” New Revised Standard Version Then Boaz said to his servant who was in charge of the reapers, “To whom does this young woman belong?” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen Boaz said to the young man who was in charge of the reapers, Whose damsel is this? Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Boaz said to the boy who was standing by the laborers: “What is the story of this girl?” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then said Boaz unto his servant that was set over the reapers: 'Whose damsel is this?' Brenton Septuagint Translation And Booz said to his servant who was set over the reapers, Whose is this damsel? Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Boaz Meets Ruth…4Just then Boaz arrived from Bethlehem and said to the harvesters, “The LORD be with you.” “The LORD bless you,” they replied. 5And Boaz asked the foreman of his harvesters, “Whose young woman is this?” 6The foreman answered, “She is the Moabitess who returned with Naomi from the land of Moab.… Cross References And Boaz asked the foreman of his harvesters, Matthew 20:1-8 “For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire workers for his vineyard. / He agreed to pay them a denarius for the day and sent them into his vineyard. / About the third hour he went out and saw others standing in the marketplace doing nothing. … James 5:4 Look, the wages you withheld from the workmen who mowed your fields are crying out against you. The cries of the harvesters have reached the ears of the Lord of Hosts. Luke 12:42-44 And the Lord answered, “Who then is the faithful and wise manager, whom the master puts in charge of his servants to give them their portion at the proper time? / Blessed is that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns. / Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions. “Whose young woman is this?” Genesis 24:23-27 “Whose daughter are you?” he asked. “Please tell me, is there room in your father’s house for us to spend the night?” / She replied, “I am the daughter of Bethuel, the son that Milcah bore to Nahor.” / Then she added, “We have plenty of straw and feed, as well as a place for you to spend the night.” … 2 Samuel 11:3 So David sent and inquired about the woman, and he was told, “This is Bathsheba, the daughter of Eliam and the wife of Uriah the Hittite.” 1 Samuel 17:55-58 As Saul had watched David going out to confront the Philistine, he said to Abner the commander of the army, “Abner, whose son is this young man?” “As surely as you live, O king,” Abner replied, “I do not know.” / “Find out whose son this young man is!” said the king. / So when David returned from killing the Philistine, still holding his head in his hand, Abner took him and brought him before Saul. … Ruth 1:16 But Ruth replied: “Do not urge me to leave you or to turn from following you. For wherever you go, I will go, and wherever you live, I will live; your people will be my people, and your God will be my God. Ruth 4:13 So Boaz took Ruth, and she became his wife. And when he had relations with her, the LORD enabled her to conceive, and she gave birth to a son. Genesis 24:12-14 “O LORD, God of my master Abraham,” he prayed, “please grant me success today, and show kindness to my master Abraham. / Here I am, standing beside the spring, and the daughters of the townspeople are coming out to draw water. / Now may it happen that the girl to whom I say, ‘Please let down your jar that I may drink,’ and who responds, ‘Drink, and I will water your camels as well’—let her be the one You have appointed for Your servant Isaac. By this I will know that You have shown kindness to my master.” Genesis 29:5-6 “Do you know Laban the grandson of Nahor?” Jacob asked. “We know him,” they replied. / “Is he well?” Jacob inquired. “Yes,” they answered, “and here comes his daughter Rachel with his sheep.” Exodus 2:19-20 “An Egyptian rescued us from the shepherds,” they replied. “He even drew water for us and watered the flock.” / “So where is he?” their father asked. “Why did you leave the man behind? Invite him to have something to eat.” 1 Samuel 25:5-8 So David sent ten young men and instructed them, “Go up to Nabal at Carmel. Greet him in my name / and say to him, ‘Long life to you, and peace to you and to your house and to all that belongs to you. / Now I hear that it is time for shearing. When your shepherds were with us, we did not harass them, and nothing of theirs was missing the whole time they were in Carmel. … 2 Samuel 9:1-3 Then David asked, “Is there anyone left from the house of Saul to whom I can show kindness for the sake of Jonathan?” / And there was a servant of the house of Saul named Ziba. They summoned him to David, and the king inquired, “Are you Ziba?” “I am your servant,” he replied. / So the king asked, “Is there anyone left of the house of Saul to whom I can show the kindness of God?” Ziba answered, “There is still Jonathan’s son, who is lame in both feet.” 2 Kings 4:8-10 One day Elisha went to Shunem, and a prominent woman who lived there persuaded him to have a meal. So whenever he would pass by, he would stop there to eat. / Then the woman said to her husband, “Behold, now I know that the one who often comes our way is a holy man of God. / Please let us make a small room upstairs and put in it a bed, a table, a chair, and a lamp for him. Then when he comes to us, he can stay there.” Proverbs 31:10-31 A wife of noble character, who can find? She is far more precious than rubies. / The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he lacks nothing of value. / She brings him good and not harm all the days of her life. … Matthew 1:5 Salmon was the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse, Treasury of Scripture Then said Boaz to his servant that was set over the reapers, Whose damsel is this? Ruth 4:21 And Salmon begat Boaz, and Boaz begat Obed, 1 Chronicles 2:11,12 And Nahshon begat Salma, and Salma begat Boaz, … Jump to Previous Authority Boaz Bo'az Charge Cutters Damsel Harvesters Lady Maiden Reapers Servant YoungJump to Next Authority Boaz Bo'az Charge Cutters Damsel Harvesters Lady Maiden Reapers Servant YoungRuth 2 1. Ruth gleans in the field of Boaz4. Boaz takes notice of her 8. and shows her great favor 18. That which she got, she carries to Naomi And Boaz asked the foreman of his harvesters, Boaz appears as a wealthy, respected relative of Elimelech who personally oversees the work on his land. His foreman manages the laborers and daily harvest, reflecting the ordered agricultural life of Israel during the time of the judges. Mat 20:1-8 For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner… “Whose young woman is this?” Boaz notices Ruth among the gleaners and asks about her family identity, an important matter in a society shaped by household and clan connections. Ruth is a Moabite widow gathering what remains after the harvest so that she and Naomi can eat. Boaz’s interest begins the course of events through which Ruth is received into Israel, redeemed through the family of Elimelech, and brought into the line of David. Gen 24:23-27 “Whose daughter are you?” he asked. “Please tell me,… Persons / Places / Events 1. BoazA wealthy and influential man from Bethlehem, Boaz is a relative of Naomi's deceased husband, Elimelech. He is known for his kindness and adherence to the laws of God, which is evident in his interactions with Ruth. 2. Ruth A Moabite widow who has shown great loyalty to her mother-in-law, Naomi, by leaving her homeland to live in Bethlehem. Her character is marked by humility and diligence. 3. Naomi Ruth's mother-in-law, who has returned to Bethlehem after the death of her husband and sons. She plays a pivotal role in Ruth's life and the unfolding of God's plan. 4. Bethlehem The setting of this chapter, Bethlehem is a small town in Judah. It is significant as the future birthplace of King David and Jesus Christ. 5. The Harvest Field The location where Ruth gleans barley. It symbolizes God's provision and the unfolding of His redemptive plan through ordinary circumstances. Teaching Points God's Providence in Daily LifeBoaz's inquiry about Ruth shows God's hand in orchestrating events. We should trust that God is at work in our daily interactions and circumstances. Kindness and Generosity Boaz's treatment of Ruth exemplifies biblical kindness. We are called to show generosity and compassion to those in need, reflecting God's love. The Value of Hard Work and Humility Ruth's diligence in gleaning and her humble demeanor are commendable. We should strive to work diligently and maintain humility in our endeavors. Inclusivity in God's Kingdom Ruth, a Moabite, is welcomed into the community of Israel. This foreshadows the inclusivity of the Gospel, which is for all people, regardless of background. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ruth 2:5?2. How does Boaz's inquiry in Ruth 2:5 demonstrate godly leadership and compassion? 3. What can we learn from Boaz's actions about treating strangers and foreigners? 4. How does Ruth 2:5 connect to Leviticus 19:34 about loving the foreigner? 5. In what ways can we emulate Boaz's kindness in our daily interactions? 6. How does Boaz's question reflect God's provision and care for the vulnerable? 7. Why does Boaz inquire about Ruth in Ruth 2:5? 8. What cultural norms are reflected in Boaz's question in Ruth 2:5? 9. How does Ruth 2:5 illustrate the theme of providence? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ruth 2? Verse 5. - And Boaz said to the young man who was set over the reapers, Whose is that young woman! His eye had been instantaneously arrested by the handsome stranger. Perhaps, as Jarchi remarks, he took note of the modest and graceful carriage of her person while she picked up industriously the straggled stalks. It is too Rabbinic, however, and artificial, finical, bizarre, to suppose with the same Jewish annotator that Boaz would notice with admiration that, while she picked up zealously all available couples of stalks, she left the triplets in the field unappropriated! The question which he put to the overseer is not who but whose is that young woman! She had not the gait or air of an ordinary pauper, and hence he wondered if she could belong to any of the families in Bethlehem. Boaz’s single question reveals much: an attentive, compassionate man of faith observing his workers; a structured, law-honoring workplace; and concern for a vulnerable outsider who will soon experience covenant love. This verse introduces the human agent through whom God will extend provision and redemption, pointing forward to the greater Redeemer who likewise notices, questions, and claims those who need His shelter. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew And Boazבֹּ֙עַז֙ (bō·‘az) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1162: Boaz -- 'quickness', an ancestor of David, also a pillar before the temple asked וַיֹּ֤אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say the foreman לְנַעֲר֔וֹ (lə·na·‘ă·rōw) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 5288: A boy, lad, youth, retainer of עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against his harvesters, הַקּֽוֹצְרִ֑ים (haq·qō·wṣ·rîm) Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 7114: To dock off, curtail, to harvest “Whose לְמִ֖י (lə·mî) Preposition-l | Interrogative Strong's 4310: Who?, whoever, in oblique construction with prefix, suffix young woman הַנַּעֲרָ֥ה (han·na·‘ă·rāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5291: A girl, maiden is this?” הַזֹּֽאת׃ (haz·zōṯ) Article | Pronoun - feminine singular Strong's 2063: Hereby in it, likewise, the one other, same, she, so much, such deed, that, Additonal Resources Ruth 2:5 Blue Letter BibleRuth 2:5 Bible Gateway Ruth 2:5 Bible.com Ruth 2:5 NIV |
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