“And, behold, Boaz came from Beth–lehem, and said unto the reapers, The Lord be with you. And they answered him, The Lord bless thee.”
Boaz's greeting to his reapers invoking the blessing of the Lord establishes him as a godly man whose faith is integrated into his daily interactions and business practices. His blessing upon his workers demonstrates a piety that extends to social relationships and suggests his recognition of God's role in providing the harvest. This greeting sets a tone of covenantal community and mutual blessing that characterizes Boaz's entire approach to his servants and will extend to his interaction with Ruth.
COMMUNITY REFLECTIONS
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