Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ruth 3:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ruth 3:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ruth 3:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Ruth, Boaz woke up in the middle of the night and was surprised to find a woman lying near his feet. This woman was Ruth, who lay there to ask for his protection and help.

Ruth 3:8: And it came to pass at midnight, that the man was afraid, and turned himself: and, behold, a woman lay at his feet. [turned: or, took hold on]

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:22

This verse advises to abstain from all appearance of evil, contrasting the potentially scandalous situation in Ruth 3:8 where Ruth lays at Boaz's feet at night.

1 Thessalonians 5:22: Abstain from all appearance of evil.

Contradiction with Proverbs 4:14-15

These verses warn against entering the path of the wicked, conflicting with Ruth's nighttime visit to Boaz, which could be perceived as improper behavior.

Proverbs 4:14-15: Enter not into the path of the wicked, and go not in the way of evil [men].

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 6:18

This verse advises to flee fornication, which contrasts with the night encounter and close proximity shared by Ruth and Boaz, potentially leading to temptation.

1 Corinthians 6:18: Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body.

Contradiction with Proverbs 31:11

Trust in a virtuous woman is emphasized, which contrasts with the risk to Ruth's reputation in the vulnerable situation of Ruth 3:8.

Proverbs 31:11: The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.

Contradiction with Romans 13:13-14

These verses speak against rioting and wantonness, emphasizing a life of decency that contrasts the intimate setting of Boaz and Ruth at night.

Romans 13:13-14: Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. [honestly: or, decently]
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