The harvest was now over and the progression of the relationship needed to go to the next level. Boaz was the next and closest kinsman to Naomi via Elimelech and thus the ball got rolling. The plan was contingent upon Boaz stepping up to the plate and accepting his Biblical duties (Dt. 25:5,6) for the land and for taking care of the kin. As a result, Naomi wanted Ruth to appear as attractive as she could, not in a slutty way, but rather as a bride meets her groom. There was trust on Ruth's side as well since she was placing her life in Naomi's hand. She was basing this also on her relationship and her take on Boaz, who had proved himself so far as noble and honorable.
Looking forward to heading home later and seeing my buddies tomorrow after my doctor's appointment. Also looking forward to spending some quality time with David as well. Praying also for some clarity in GG's life and for Irene as well as always.
Praise for today: I delight greatly in the Lord; my soul rejoices in my God. For he has clothed me with garments of salvation and arrayed me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom adorns his head like a priest, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels. Isaiah 61: 10
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