Ruth 3:9-11

Expanded Bible

⁹ Boaz asked, “Who are you?”

She said, “I am Ruth, your servant girl. Spread ·your cover [or the corner of your garment; or your wings; 2:12] over me [^Ca request for the provision and protection of marriage], because you are a ·relative who is supposed to take care of me [guardian; kinsman-redeemer; 2:20].”

¹⁰ Then Boaz said, “The Lord bless you, my daughter. This [second; ^Llast] act of kindness is greater than the ·kindness you showed to Naomi in the beginning [^Lfirst]. You didn’t look for a young man to marry, either rich or poor. ¹¹ Now, my daughter, don’t be afraid. I will do everything you ask, because all the people in our town know you are a ·good [worthy; noble] woman [Prov. 31:10].