Ruth 2:7
German (Die Heilige Schrift (Schlachter 1951))
Was bedeutet das?
In this verse, Ruth is explaining to Boaz that she has been gleaning in his fields from morning until now. Gleaning means collecting leftover grain after the harvest, and Ruth does this to provide for herself and her mother-in-law, Naomi.
Für Kinder erklärt
Imagine Ruth is like a little bird picking up seeds left behind after the big harvest. She starts very early in the morning and keeps working until it's almost time for lunch. This is how she makes sure she and her grandma have food to eat.
Historischer Hintergrund
The book of Ruth was likely written during the time of the Judges, around 1200-1050 BC. It was written for the Israelites to show them God's faithfulness and the importance of kindness and family ties. Gleaning was a practice that allowed the poor and widows to have some food.
Anwendung für heute
Imagine a young woman today who is struggling to make ends meet. She decides to volunteer at a local food bank to gather surplus food for her family. Like Ruth, she starts early and works diligently, showing resilience and resourcefulness.