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Ruth 3:11-13
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Ruth 3:11-13
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
11 And now, my daughter, do not be afraid, I will do for you all that you ask, for all the assembly of my people know that you are a worthy woman.(A) 12 But now, though it is true that I am a near kinsman, there is another kinsman more closely related than I.(B) 13 Remain this night, and in the morning, if he will act as next-of-kin[a] for you, good; let him do it. But if he is not willing to act as next-of-kin[b] for you, then, as the Lord lives, I will act as next-of-kin[c] for you. Lie down until the morning.”(C)
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