Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ruth 3:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ruth 3:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ruth 3:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to biblical scholars, Ruth is asking Boaz to take care of her because he is a family helper. She wants him to protect her and help her family.

Ruth 3:9: And he said, Who [art] thou? And she answered, I [am] Ruth thine handmaid: spread therefore thy skirt over thine handmaid; for thou [art] a near kinsman. [a near...: or, one that hath right to redeem]

Contradiction with Genesis 19:30-32

These verses depict Lot's daughters initiating an improper relationship, contradicting Ruth 3:9 where Ruth's actions are honorable.

Genesis 19:30-32: And Lot went up out of Zoar, and dwelt in the mountain, and his two daughters with him; for he feared to dwell in Zoar: and he dwelt in a cave, he and his two daughters.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 22:28-29

This verse discusses the consequences of pre-marital relations, in contrast to Ruth 3:9 where no such consequences apply.

Deuteronomy 22:28-29: If a man find a damsel [that is] a virgin, which is not betrothed, and lay hold on her, and lie with her, and they be found;

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 6:18

This verse advises fleeing fornication, contrasting with Ruth 3:9's cultural context where Ruth's actions are part of a marriage proposal.

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 5:3-5

Warns against the seductive approach of an immoral woman, differing from Ruth 3:9 where Ruth's approach is virtuous and respectful.

Proverbs 5:3-5: For the lips of a strange woman drop [as] an honeycomb, and her mouth [is] smoother than oil: [mouth: Heb. palate]

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4

Calls for sanctification and avoidance of sexual immorality, in contrast to Ruth 3:9 which depicts a culturally appropriate act for that time.

1 Thessalonians 4:3-4: For this is the will of God, [even] your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication:
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