Ruth 4:17

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Summary

And the women her neighbours gave it a name, saying, There is a son born to Naomi; and they called his name Obed: he is the father of Jesse, the father of David.

The women

Luke 1:58

Obed

Ruth 4:15

Bible References

The women

Her neighbors and her relatives heard that Jehovah magnified his mercy towards her; and they rejoiced with her.

Obed

He will be a giver of new life to you. He will be your comforter when you are old, because your daughter-in-law, who in her love for you is better than seven sons, has given birth to him.