Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4
Encourages abstaining from sexual immorality, while Ruth 3:7 is implied as a provocative encounter, though not explicitly sexual.
1 Thessalonians 4:3-4: For this is the will of God, [even] your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication:
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:4
Upholds the sanctity of marriage and fidelity, potentially conflicting with the suggestive nature of Ruth 3:7 before marriage.
Hebrews 13:4: Marriage [is] honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.
Contradiction with Proverbs 6:27-29
Warns against playing with adultery or impure actions, in contrast with the suggestive undertones in Ruth 3:7.
Proverbs 6:27-29: Can a man take fire in his bosom, and his clothes not be burned?
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 6:18-20
Advises fleeing sexual immorality, whereas Ruth 3:7 involves a bold act by Ruth in an intimate setting.
1 Corinthians 6:18-20: Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body.
Contradiction with Ephesians 5:3
Urges avoiding even a hint of sexual immorality, which can be contrasted with Ruth's nighttime actions in Ruth 3:7.
Ephesians 5:3: But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints;
Contradiction with Galatians 5:19-21
Condemns works of the flesh including impurity, contrasting with the potentially suggestive implications of Ruth 3:7.
Galatians 5:19-21: Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are [these]; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in Ruth 3:7 could be related to cultural norms and personal boundaries. Some might view the actions taken in the verse as forward or inappropriate according to modern standards, potentially conflicting with contemporary morals about consent and propriety. Others, however, interpret the actions in the context of the times and customs when the story was written, which can lead to differing opinions on the moral implications.