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Kinsman-redeemer of Ruth
Boaz
Judges · c. 1100 BC
Life
Wealthy Bethlehemite who redeemed Ruth and the land of Elimelech; great-grandfather of David.
Redeemed Ruth and the family inheritance; great-grandfather of David.
Key Facts
- Son of Rahab
- Married Ruth
- Father of Obed
Why this matters
Picture of Christ as kinsman-redeemer.