Ruth 3:15
BSB · Public Domain (CC0)“And he told her, “Bring the shawl you are wearing and hold it out.” When she did so, he shoveled six measures of barley into her shawl. Then he went into the city.”
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“And he told her, “Bring the shawl you are wearing and hold it out.” When she did so, he shoveled six measures of barley into her shawl. Then he went into the city.”
Berean Standard Bible · Public Domain (CC0)“Also he said, Bring the vail that thou hast upon thee, and hold it. And when she held it, he measured six measures of barley, and laid it on her: and she went into the city.”
King James Version · Public Domain“And he said, Bring the mantle that is upon thee, and hold it; and she held it; and he measured six measures of barley, and laid it on her: and he went into the city.”
American Standard Version · Public Domain“And he saith, `Give the covering which <FI>is<Fi> on thee, and keep hold on it;' and she keepeth hold on it, and he measureth six <FI>measures<Fi> of barley, and layeth <FI>it<Fi> on her; and he goeth into the city.”
Young's Literal Translation · Public DomainOther passages that echo Ruth 3:15 — 3 related verses from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Isaiah 3:23and their mirrors, linen garments, tiaras, and shawls.
- Isaiah 32:8But a noble man makes honorable plans; he stands up for worthy causes.
- Galatians 6:10Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the family of faith.
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