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1200 BC – 1130 BC
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1200 BC1130 BC
Egyptian DominanceJudges Era
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A wealthy landowner in Bethlehem during the period of the judges who acted as the kinsman-redeemer (go'el) for Ruth the Moabitess. By marrying Ruth and redeeming Naomi's family land, Boaz demonstrated the biblical principle of hesed — faithful, covenant love that goes beyond obligation. His union with Ruth placed them in the direct genealogical line of King David and ultimately of Jesus Christ (Matthew 1:5), showing that God's redemptive plan embraces people from every nation.
A wealthy landowner in Bethlehem during the period of the judges who acted as the kinsman-redeemer (go'el) for Ruth the Moabitess.
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