The Book of Ruth | The Ultimate Kinsman-Redeemer | Ruth 1-4
March 17, 2024 • Pastor Ron Brav • Ruth
· The kinsman-redeemer is a male relative who,
o according to various laws of the Pentateuch,
o He had the privilege or responsibility to act
§ on behalf of a relative who was in trouble, danger, or need.
· The Hebrew term (go el) for kinsman-redeemer designates one who delivers or rescues (Exodus 6:6)
o or redeems property or person (Leviticus 27:9–25, 25:47–55).
· The kinsman who redeems or vindicates a relative
o is illustrated most clearly in the book of Ruth,
o where the kinsman-redeemer is Boaz.
· Yahweh is Israel’s Redeemer, the one who promises to defend and vindicate them.
