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For the man will not rest until the matter is settled today.&#8221 <a href="/nlt/ruth/3.htm">New Living Translation</a> Then Naomi said to her, “Just be patient, my daughter, until we hear what happens. The man won’t rest until he has settled things today.” <a href="/esv/ruth/3.htm">English Standard Version</a> She replied, “Wait, my daughter, until you learn how the matter turns out, for the man will not rest but will settle the matter today.” <a href="/bsb/ruth/3.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> “Wait, my daughter,” said Naomi, “until you find out how things go, for he will not rest unless he has resolved the matter today.” <a href="/kjv/ruth/3.htm">King James Bible</a> Then said she, Sit still, my daughter, until thou know how the matter will fall: for the man will not be in rest, until he have finished the thing this day. <a href="/nkjv/ruth/3.htm">New King James Version</a> Then she said, “Sit still, my daughter, until you know how the matter will turn out; for the man will not rest until he has concluded the matter this day.” <a href="/nasb_/ruth/3.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Then she said, “Wait, my daughter, until you know how the matter turns out; for the man will not rest until he has settled it today.” <a href="/nasb/ruth/3.htm">NASB 1995</a> Then she said, &#8220Wait, my daughter, until you know how the matter turns out; for the man will not rest until he has settled it today.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/ruth/3.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Then she said, “Wait, my daughter, until you know how the matter turns out; for the man will not rest until he has settled it today.” <a href="/lsb/ruth/3.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Then she said, “Sit, then, my daughter, until you know how the matter falls into place; for the man will not remain quiet until he has finished the matter today.” <a href="/amp/ruth/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Then Naomi said, “Sit and wait, my daughter, until you learn how this matter turns out; for the man will not rest until he has settled it today.” <a href="/csb/ruth/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Naomi said, “My daughter, wait until you find out how things go, for he won’t rest unless he resolves this today.” <a href="/hcsb/ruth/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Naomi said, &#8220My daughter, wait until you find out how things go, for he won&#8217t rest unless he resolves this today.&#8221 <a href="/asv/ruth/3.htm">American Standard Version</a> Then said she, Sit still, my daughter, until thou know how the matter will fall; for the man will not rest, until he have finished the thing this day. <a href="/cev/ruth/3.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Naomi replied, "Just be patient and don't worry about what will happen. He won't rest until everything is settled today!" <a href="/erv/ruth/3.htm">English Revised Version</a> Then said she, Sit still, my daughter, until thou know how the matter will fall: for the man will not rest, until he have finished the thing this day. <a href="/gwt/ruth/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Naomi replied, "Stay here, my daughter, until you know how it turns out. The man won't rest unless he settles this matter today." <a href="/gnt/ruth/3.htm">Good News Translation</a> Naomi said to her, "Now be patient, Ruth, until you see how this all turns out. Boaz will not rest today until he settles the matter." <a href="/isv/ruth/3.htm">International Standard Version</a> Naomi replied, "Be patient, my daughter, until you learn how this works out, because the man won't rest until he finishes everything today." <a href="/msb/ruth/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> ?Wait, my daughter,? said Naomi, ?until you find out how things go, for he will not rest unless he has resolved the matter today.? <a href="/net/ruth/3.htm">NET Bible</a> Then Naomi said, "Stay put, my daughter, until you know how the matter turns out. For the man will not rest until he has taken care of the matter today." <a href="/nheb/ruth/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Then she said, "Wait, my daughter, until you know how the matter will fall; for the man will not rest, until he has finished the thing this day." <a href="/wbt/ruth/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Then said she, Sit still, my daughter, until thou knowest how the matter will fall: for the man will not be in rest, until he hath finished the thing this day. <a href="/web/ruth/3.htm">World English Bible</a> Then she said, “Wait, my daughter, until you know what will happen; for the man will not rest until he has settled this today.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/ruth/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And she says, “Sit still, my daughter, until you know how the matter falls, for the man does not rest except he has completed the matter today.” <a href="/ylt/ruth/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And she saith, 'Sit still, my daughter, till thou dost know how the matter falleth, for the man doth not rest except he hath completed the matter to-day.' <a href="/slt/ruth/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And she will say, Sit, my daughter, till thou shalt know how the word will fall: for the man will not rest till he finished the word this day.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/ruth/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And Noemi said: Wait my daughter, till we see what end the thing will have. For the man will not rest until he have accomplished what he hath said. <a href="/cpdv/ruth/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And Naomi said, “Wait, daughter, until we see how things will turn out. For the man will not rest until he has accomplished what he said.” <a href="/nabre/ruth/3.htm">New American Bible</a> Naomi then said, “Wait here, my daughter, until you learn what happens, for the man will not rest, but will settle the matter today.” <a href="/nrsvce/ruth/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> She replied, “Wait, my daughter, until you learn how the matter turns out, for the man will not rest, but will settle the matter today.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/ruth/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Then her mother-in-law said to her, Sit still, my daughter, until you know the outcome; for the man will not rest until he brings the case to judgment today. <a href="/hpbt/ruth/3.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> Her mother in law said to her: “Stay my daughter until you will see, for the man will not rest until he brings himself justice today” <div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/ruth/3.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> Then said she: 'Sit still, my daughter, until thou know how the matter will fall; for the man will not rest, until he have finished the thing this day.' <a href="/sep/ruth/3.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> And she said, Sit still, my daughter, until thou shalt know how the matter will fall out; for the man will not rest until the matter be accomplished this day. <a href="/parallel/ruth/3-18.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LT1nlCXT1mU?start=673" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/ruth/3.htm">Ruth Claims Boaz as Kinsman</a> …17And she said, “He gave me these six measures of barley, for he said, ‘Do not go back to your mother-in-law empty-handed.’ ” 18<a href="/hebrew/3427.htm" title="3427: šə·ḇî (V-Qal-Imp-fs) -- A primitive root; properly, to sit down; by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry.">“Wait,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1323.htm" title="1323: ḇit·tî (N-fsc:: 1cs) -- Daughter. From banah; a daughter.">my daughter,”</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: wat·tō·mer (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">said Naomi,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5704.htm" title="5704: ‘aḏ (Prep) -- As far as, even to, up to, until, while. Properly, the same as ad; as far as, whether of space or time or degree.">“until</a> <a href="/hebrew/834.htm" title="834: ’ă·šer (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that. A primitive relative pronoun; who, which, what, that; also when, where, how, because, in order that, etc."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3045.htm" title="3045: tê·ḏə·‘în (V-Qal-Imperf-2fs:: Pn) -- A primitive root; to know; used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially.">you find out</a> <a href="/hebrew/349.htm" title="349: ’êḵ (Interjection) -- How?. Also eykah; and teykakah; prolonged from 'ay; how? Or how!; also where.">how</a> <a href="/hebrew/1697.htm" title="1697: dā·ḇār (N-ms) -- Speech, word. From dabar; a word; by implication, a matter or thing; adverbially, a cause.">things</a> <a href="/hebrew/5307.htm" title="5307: yip·pōl (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To fall, lie. A primitive root; to fall, in a great variety of applications.">go,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">for</a> <a href="/hebrew/376.htm" title="376: hā·’îš (Art:: N-ms) -- Man. Contracted for 'enowsh; a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term.">he</a> <a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: lō (Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">will not</a> <a href="/hebrew/8252.htm" title="8252: yiš·qōṭ (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To be quiet or undisturbed. A primitive root; to repose.">rest</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">unless</a> <a href="/hebrew/518.htm" title="518: ’im- (Conj) -- If. A primitive particle; used very widely as demonstrative, lo!"></a> <a href="/hebrew/3615.htm" title="3615: kil·lāh (V-Piel-Perf-3ms) -- To be complete, at an end, finished, accomplished, or spent. A primitive root; to end, whether intransitive or transitived.">he has resolved</a> <a href="/hebrew/1697.htm" title="1697: had·dā·ḇār (Art:: N-ms) -- Speech, word. From dabar; a word; by implication, a matter or thing; adverbially, a cause.">the matter</a> <a href="/hebrew/3117.htm" title="3117: hay·yō·wm (Art:: N-ms) -- Day. From an unused root meaning to be hot; a day, whether literal, or figurative.">today.”</a> <div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/genesis/49-18.htm">Genesis 49:18</a> I await Your salvation, O LORD. <a href="/psalms/37-7.htm">Psalm 37:7</a> Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for Him; do not fret when men prosper in their ways, when they carry out wicked schemes. <a href="/isaiah/30-18.htm">Isaiah 30:18</a> Therefore the LORD longs to be gracious to you; therefore He rises to show you compassion, for the LORD is a just God. Blessed are all who wait for Him. <a href="/lamentations/3-26.htm">Lamentations 3:26</a> It is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the LORD. <a href="/psalms/27-14.htm">Psalm 27:14</a> Wait patiently for the LORD; be strong and courageous. Wait patiently for the LORD! <a href="/james/5-7.htm">James 5:7-8</a> Be patient, then, brothers, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer awaits the precious fruit of the soil—how patient he is for the fall and spring rains. / You, too, be patient and strengthen your hearts, because the Lord’s coming is near. <a href="/psalms/130-5.htm">Psalm 130:5-6</a> I wait for the LORD; my soul does wait, and in His word I put my hope. / My soul waits for the Lord more than watchmen wait for the morning—more than watchmen wait for the morning. <a href="/isaiah/40-31.htm">Isaiah 40:31</a> But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint. <a href="/hebrews/10-36.htm">Hebrews 10:36</a> You need to persevere, so that after you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised. <a href="/micah/7-7.htm">Micah 7:7</a> But as for me, I will look to the LORD; I will wait for the God of my salvation. My God will hear me. <a href="/romans/8-25.htm">Romans 8:25</a> But if we hope for what we do not yet see, we wait for it patiently. <a href="/galatians/6-9.htm">Galatians 6:9</a> Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. <a href="/psalms/62-5.htm">Psalm 62:5</a> Rest in God alone, O my soul, for my hope comes from Him. <a href="/1_thessalonians/5-24.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:24</a> The One who calls you is faithful, and He will do it. <a href="/proverbs/20-22.htm">Proverbs 20:22</a> Do not say, “I will avenge this evil!” Wait on the LORD, and He will save you.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Then said she, Sit still, my daughter, until you know how the matter will fall: for the man will not be in rest, until he have finished the thing this day.Sit still<a href="/psalms/37-3.htm">Psalm 37:3-5</a> Trust in the LORD, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed… <a href="/isaiah/28-16.htm">Isaiah 28:16</a> Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD, Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious corner stone, a sure foundation: he that believeth shall not make haste.<a href="/isaiah/30-7.htm">Isaiah 30:7</a> For the Egyptians shall help in vain, and to no purpose: therefore have I cried concerning this, Their strength is to sit still.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/ruth/2-21.htm">Completed</a> <a href="/ruth/3-16.htm">Daughter</a> <a href="/ruth/2-7.htm">Except</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/23-10.htm">Happens</a> <a href="/judges/18-5.htm">Learn</a> <a href="/judges/18-24.htm">Matter</a> <a href="/ruth/3-16.htm">Naomi</a> <a href="/ruth/3-14.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/judges/18-1.htm">Settle</a> <a href="/judges/21-23.htm">Settled</a> <a href="/judges/21-2.htm">Sit</a> <a href="/ruth/2-19.htm">Today</a> <a href="/ruth/2-19.htm">To-Day</a> <a href="/joshua/19-34.htm">Turns</a> <a href="/ruth/1-13.htm">Wait</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_kings/1-14.htm">Completed</a> <a href="/ruth/4-15.htm">Daughter</a> <a href="/1_samuel/18-25.htm">Except</a> <a href="/1_samuel/2-34.htm">Happens</a> <a href="/1_samuel/19-3.htm">Learn</a> <a href="/ruth/4-4.htm">Matter</a> <a href="/ruth/4-3.htm">Naomi</a> <a href="/1_samuel/2-5.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/2_kings/25-24.htm">Settle</a> <a href="/1_samuel/12-8.htm">Settled</a> <a href="/ruth/4-1.htm">Sit</a> <a href="/ruth/4-9.htm">Today</a> <a href="/ruth/4-9.htm">To-Day</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-29.htm">Turns</a> <a href="/1_samuel/1-22.htm">Wait</a><div class="vheading2">Ruth 3</div>1. <a href="/ruth/3-1.htm">By Naomi's instruction</a> 5. <a href="/ruth/3-5.htm">Ruth lies at Boaz's feet</a> 8. <a href="/ruth/3-8.htm">Boaz acknowledges the right of a kinsman</a> 14. <a href="/ruth/3-14.htm">He sends her away with six measures of barley</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/ruth/3.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/ruth/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/ruth/3.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Wait, my daughter, Naomi addresses Ruth with a term of endearment, highlighting their close relationship. This reflects the familial bond and loyalty that Ruth has shown by staying with Naomi. The term "wait" suggests patience and trust in God's timing, a recurring theme in Scripture, as seen in <a href="/psalms/27-14.htm">Psalm 27:14</a>, which encourages believers to wait on the Lord.until you find out how things go, This phrase indicates anticipation and uncertainty about the outcome of Ruth's proposal to Boaz. It reflects the cultural practice of seeking a kinsman-redeemer, as outlined in <a href="/leviticus/25-25.htm">Leviticus 25:25-55</a>, where a relative could redeem a family member in distress. The outcome is uncertain, but there is hope in the process.for he will not rest Boaz is portrayed as a man of action and integrity, committed to resolving the situation. This mirrors the character of God, who is depicted as a redeemer who does not rest until His purposes are fulfilled, as seen in <a href="/isaiah/62.htm">Isaiah 62:1</a>. Boaz's diligence foreshadows Christ's redemptive work, who also did not rest until He accomplished salvation.unless he has resolved the matter today. The urgency in Boaz's actions reflects the cultural importance of resolving legal and familial obligations promptly. This resolution is crucial for Ruth and Naomi's future security. The immediacy also points to the certainty of God's promises, as seen in <a href="/2_corinthians/1-20.htm">2 Corinthians 1:20</a>, where all promises find their "Yes" in Christ. Boaz's role as a redeemer is a type of Christ, who resolves the matter of sin and redemption for humanity.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/r/ruth.htm">Ruth</a> A Moabite widow who has shown loyalty to her mother-in-law, Naomi, and has come to Bethlehem to seek refuge and a new life. 2. <a href="/topical/n/naomi.htm">Naomi</a> Ruth's mother-in-law, who guides Ruth in her interactions with Boaz, seeking security and provision for her. 3. <a href="/topical/b/boaz.htm">Boaz</a> A wealthy relative of Naomi's late husband, who acts as a kinsman-redeemer for Ruth, showing kindness and integrity. 4. <a href="/topical/b/bethlehem.htm">Bethlehem</a> The setting of the account, a town in Judah where Ruth and Naomi have returned after the famine in Moab. 5. <a href="/topical/k/kinsman-redeemer.htm">Kinsman-Redeemer</a> A cultural and legal role in ancient Israel, where a close relative could redeem a family member in distress, often by marrying a widow to preserve the family line.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_timing.htm">Trust in God's Timing</a> Naomi's advice to Ruth to "wait" emphasizes the importance of trusting God's timing and provision. In our lives, we must learn to be patient and trust that God is working behind the scenes. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_a_redeemer.htm">The Role of a Redeemer</a> Boaz's willingness to act as a kinsman-redeemer is a foreshadowing of Christ's redemptive work. Just as Boaz was willing to resolve the matter for Ruth, Jesus resolves our spiritual needs through His sacrifice. <a href="/topical/a/active_waiting.htm">Active Waiting</a> While waiting, Ruth had already done her part by following Naomi's instructions and approaching Boaz. Similarly, we should be proactive in our faith, doing what we can while trusting God for the outcome. <a href="/topical/c/community_and_support.htm">Community and Support</a> Naomi's guidance to Ruth highlights the importance of seeking wise counsel and support from our faith community. We are not meant to navigate life's challenges alone. <a href="/topical/i/integrity_and_responsibility.htm">Integrity and Responsibility</a> Boaz's commitment to resolve the matter "today" reflects his integrity and sense of responsibility. As believers, we are called to act with integrity and fulfill our commitments promptly.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_ruth_3.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Ruth 3</a> <a href="/q/what_does_'god_is_truth'_mean.htm">Who was Moses' father-in-law?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_ruth_teach_about_loyalty,_faith.htm">What lessons does Ruth's story teach about loyalty and faith?</a> <a href="/q/what_sin_did_lot's_daughters_commit.htm">What sin did Lot's daughters commit?</a> <a href="/q/does_1_chr_2_3-4_align_with_gen_38.htm">How does 1 Chronicles 2:3-4 align with Genesis 38 regarding Judah and Tamar's lineage, and does it create inconsistencies?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/ruth/3.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(18) Will not be in rest.--i.e., will not keep quiet.IV.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/ruth/3.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 18. - And she said, Sit still, my daughter, till that thou know how the affair will fall out, for the man will not rest unless he complete the affair today. In saying, Sit still, my daughter, it is as if Naomi had said, "There is no occasion for restless anxiety. Let your heart be at ease till that thou know how the affair will fall out." In the Hebrew the noun is without the article. But in English it must be supplied, unless a plural be employed - "how 'things' will fall out.' דָּבָר, thing, i.e. think. Compare the corresponding relation between the German sache and sagen. <a href="/commentaries/ruth/3-18.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>“Wait, שְׁבִ֣י (šə·ḇî) Verb - Qal - Imperative - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3427.htm">Strong's 3427: </a> To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry my daughter,” בִתִּ֔י (ḇit·tî) Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1323.htm">Strong's 1323: </a> A daughter said Naomi, וַתֹּ֙אמֶר֙ (wat·tō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> To utter, say “until עַ֚ד (‘aḏ) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5704.htm">Strong's 5704: </a> As far as, even to, up to, until, while you find out תֵּֽדְעִ֔ין (tê·ḏə·‘în) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person feminine singular | Paragogic nun <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3045.htm">Strong's 3045: </a> To know how אֵ֖יךְ (’êḵ) Interjection <a href="/hebrew/strongs_349.htm">Strong's 349: </a> How?, how!, where things דָּבָ֑ר (dā·ḇār) Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1697.htm">Strong's 1697: </a> A word, a matter, thing, a cause go, יִפֹּ֣ל (yip·pōl) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5307.htm">Strong's 5307: </a> To fall, lie for כִּ֣י (kî) Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> A relative conjunction he הָאִ֔ישׁ (hā·’îš) Article | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_376.htm">Strong's 376: </a> A man as an individual, a male person will not לֹ֤א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3808.htm">Strong's 3808: </a> Not, no rest יִשְׁקֹט֙ (yiš·qōṭ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8252.htm">Strong's 8252: </a> To be quiet or undisturbed unless כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> A relative conjunction he has resolved כִּלָּ֥ה (kil·lāh) Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3615.htm">Strong's 3615: </a> To be complete, at an end, finished, accomplished, or spent the matter הַדָּבָ֖ר (had·dā·ḇār) Article | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1697.htm">Strong's 1697: </a> A word, a matter, thing, a cause today.” הַיּֽוֹם׃ (hay·yō·wm) Article | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3117.htm">Strong's 3117: </a> A day <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/ruth/3-18.htm">Ruth 3:18 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/ruth/3-18.htm">Ruth 3:18 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/ruth/3-18.htm">Ruth 3:18 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/ruth/3-18.htm">Ruth 3:18 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/ruth/3-18.htm">Ruth 3:18 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/ruth/3-18.htm">Ruth 3:18 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/ruth/3-18.htm">Ruth 3:18 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/ruth/3-18.htm">Ruth 3:18 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/ruth/3-18.htm">Ruth 3:18 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/ruth/3-18.htm">Ruth 3:18 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/ruth/3-18.htm">OT History: Ruth 3:18 Then said she Sit still my daughter (Ru Rut.)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/ruth/3-17.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Ruth 3:17"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Ruth 3:17" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/ruth/4-1.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Ruth 4:1"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Ruth 4:1" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>