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Ruth 1:20, 21. Why did Naomi say that Jehovah had made her life bitter? (w05 3/1 27 ¶1)
We see that Naomi felt bitter and had lost all illusion, furthermore, in those times, the fruit of the womb was seen as a divine blessing, and sterility, as a curse, before the death of her two children, who had not given her grandchildren, perhaps Naomi felt justified in thinking that Jehovah had humiliated her.
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She felt bitter and had lost all hope. Furthermore, in those days, the fruit of the womb was seen as a divine blessing, and barrenness as a curse. Before the death of his two children, who had not given him grandchildren.
It was in view of everything that had happened to her, although Naomi did not blame Jehovah for any evil if she thought that he was against her. She felt bitter and had lost all hope. In addition, in those times the fruit of the womb was seen as a divine blessing, and sterility, as a curse. Faced with the death of her two sons, who had given her no grandchildren, Naomi may have felt justified in thinking that Jehovah had humiliated her.
Naomi did not blame God for any evil, but she thought that Jehovah was against her because of what had happened with the death of her husband and children. In addition, sterility at that time was seen as a curse, and her children did not leave them grandchildren before they died... all this led Naomi to a life of bitterness.
In the first place Jehovah was not the cause of her calamities, Naomi did not blame God for any evil. However, in view of all that had happened to her, she thought that Jehovah was against her. She felt bitter and had lost all hope. Furthermore, in those days, the fruit of the womb was seen as a divine blessing, and barrenness as a curse. Faced with the death of her two sons, who had given her no grandson, Naomi may have felt justified in thinking that Jehovah had humiliated her.
Because she had experienced situations in which she felt humiliated, for example, she lost her husband and her only two children, who once gave her grandchildren with their respective wives, that was a sign of sterility and was considered a curse that is why that perhaps Naomi felt justified in thinking that Jehovah had filled her life with bitterness.
What spiritual gems have you found about Jehovah, the ministry, and other topics in this week's Bible reading?
Ruth 1:1,2. A famine struck Judah, that was the reason why Elimelech, his wife Naomi and their two sons left their country and moved to Moab. This teaches me: that currently one of the reasons for the massive migrations is due to the hunger that exists in various countries. Among the factors that include the increase in famine are wars, droughts and political instability, but Jehovah promises that under his Kingdom all people will enjoy food in abundance and this will not be in one place but that “the whole earth will give its product because our God will bless us».
Ruth 1:5. Noemi had lost everything in her life, her husband and her two children. She was devastated, but she never blamed Jehovah for her woes. He did think he had turned against her, but not that what had happened was his fault. Many things can happen to us that we may end up upset, but we will never blame Jehovah. In fact, even if we don't realize it, God is with us helping us.
Ruth 1:5,7. It was evident that Naomi had a good relationship with her daughters-in-law because when death struck the family, the three of them stuck together and set out for Judah together. This teaches me: that the originator of the family arrangement is Jehovah and he provides practical advice that helps us enjoy good success in our family life where fathers-in-law, daughters-in-law and sons-in-law are included. Qualities like humility, possibility, patience, and respect will help us build good relationships with our family members and continue to "endure one another in love."
Ruth 1:8. Naomi, even with what she was suffering, told her daughters-in-law to go with their families and be happy with the loyal love of Jehovah. This teaches us: that we all want the best for our neighbor, but that sometimes, when we need help or we are in a bad way, it is good for our brothers to help us and to let ourselves be helped even though we may think we are bothering them, which is not the case.
Ruth 1:8-10. We see that, during the return trip, Naomi is worried about her young daughters-in-law who accompany her and who have given her and her children so much love and she no longer wants them to suffer anymore, with this we can see how good and generous Naomi was as she cared for others, we can imitate her example by thinking first of our brothers' interests and concerns and seeing how we can be kind and generous to them.
Ruth 1:9. When Naomi arrived in Bethlehem, the women wondered if it was really her, without a doubt, the difficult years she lived in Moab had changed her and left a mark on "her face and appearance." This teaches me: that, today, the anguish, fears, problems or bitter disappointments make us sad, sometimes, without speaking, "the face" of our brothers reflects the difficult situation they are experiencing, in these cases we must be ready to display love, concern and understanding for them. Regardless of the situation involved, we can all comfort and encourage our brothers just as Jehovah and Jesus do.
Ruth 1:11,12. Naomi told her that if anything she could have children so that her daughters-in-law could marry them. This teaches us that we may come to moments in our lives, whether due to age or other circumstances, in which we think that we are not worth as much as before. The fact that her daughters-in-law and Ruth followed by her side showed her that she was worth a lot. Just like all of us at any time in our lives.
Ruth 1:14. Orpah did what Naomi told her to do and went back to Moab. But Ruth did more than was expected of her. She could also have returned home, but out of loyal love she decided to stay to help her mother-in-law.
Ruth 1:14,15. These verses teach us, that although Orpah turned and there is nothing wrong with her. She also felt a deep appreciation for her mother-in-law. Ruth did not do the same and continued with Naomi. This teaches us that we do not have to base our lives on the decisions of others and do the same as our brothers, even if they are good and correct decisions, but rather we have to do what is in our sincere hearts.
Ruth 1:14,16. Orpah returned "To his people and his gods." The same was not true of Ruth, who left the comfort and security of her homeland and demonstrated loyalty to Jehovah. Cultivating loyal love for God and manifesting self-sacrifice will help us not to succumb to selfish desires or "shrink back to destruction."
Ruth 1:16,17. "Wherever you go, I will go (...) Your people will be my people." People like this in our life we will have a lot, not only our family. But in the congregation there will be brothers who will be willing to do things for us that we didn't even think about. This shows us that God cares about each one of us, and provides us with the encouragement and emotional help that we need.
Ruth 1:16, 17. The words that Ruth said to Naomi are still among the most memorable in the Bible, since they highlight the immense loyal love she had for Naomi, that feeling is so great, loyal and unbreakable that she is determined to never leave her side, no matter where she goes and only death could part them, Ruth is ready to become part of Naomi's people and leave behind everything she knows in Moab, including her gods, loyal love is a quality that all servant of God must imitate.
Ruth 1:20. Naomi tells her sorrows to her relatives and old neighbors and asks them to call her Mara, which means "Bitter", without a doubt here we can see that sadness and even depression can also affect Jehovah's servants since it takes away encouragement and strength to move forward, if we know that someone is going through that situation, we always try to help her in the best way possible, either by visiting her, doing things for her and strengthening her, so we will help her realize that she is not alone.
Ruth 1:21. When Naomi and Ruth arrived in Bethlehem, Naomi met her old neighbors and told them, "I had everything when I left, but the Lord has brought me back empty-handed." Can you imagine how Ruth felt when she heard her mother-in-law say that? He had done everything in his power to help Naomi: he had cried with her, he had comforted her and he had walked with her for days and days. Still, Naomi said, "The Lord has brought me back empty-handed." Although Ruth was there by her side, Naomi did not seem to appreciate her support. We should not stop helping others even if it seems that they do not value it, Jehovah and Jesus expect us to continue doing good without giving up they will reward us in due time.
Ruth 2:2. Ruth was a woman of humble disposition and took advantage of the scavenging provision, intended for outsiders and the underprivileged. The Christian in need should not let pride prevent him from accepting the loving help of his fellow believers or any assistance offered by the government.
Ruth 2:5,7. Ruth was a woman with good manners, although she had the right to search, she did not take it for granted and asked the harvester's permission. He grants her, and she immediately gets to work. This teaches me: that, today, expressions like "Thank you", "Please", "Allow me" have become rare and courtesy has almost been completely forgotten. We Christians must strive to uphold good manners in this rude world, so we manifest them at all times: at home, at school, work and in the congregation, we know that good manners honor our Jehovah God.
Ruth 2:7. Although she had the right to glean, Ruth asked permission to do so. This action revealed his meekness. In our case, the wise course is also to "Seek meekness," because "The meek themselves shall possess the earth, and indeed find their exquisite delight in the abundance of peace."
Ruth 2:7,17. Rut was a very hard-working woman, the search was slow and exhausting work, the result of her industriousness was seen at the end of the afternoon when she picked up the fruit of her work. This teaches me: that although people do not like hard work, the Bible offers a positive image of it. He points out that both the labor activity and the fruits it produces are a blessing from Jehovah. For this reason, as Christians we strive to be honest and industrious workers, this results in us being able to collect the fruit of our work and be imitators of the Supreme worker Jehovah.
Ruth 2:8,9. Rut I value and accept Boaz's good advice on how to work safely and in good company. This teaches me: how wise and important it is for young people to accept and value the good advice given by their parents and the elders of the congregation. The advice they receive may not always be what they want to hear. But, if they are based on what the Bible says, you must accept them. Remember that following the advice in the Word of God in aspects of work and good company protects you and keeps you on the path of life.
Ruth 2:10,11. These verses about being interested in foreigners teach us to welcome with open arms our brothers who come to our congregations possibly fleeing because of the political or economic situation in their countries. These particular brothers are going through difficult circumstances and we will imitate Jehovah's loyal love by helping them in any way we can.
Ruth 2:11. Boaz had found out about everything Ruth had done for Naomi, her good deeds earned her a good reputation. In addition to insurance, Naomi spoke well of her beloved daughter-in-law, the inhabitants of Bethlehem. This teaches me: the value of making ourselves a good name or a good reputation. We Christians live in the fear of Jehovah, that is why we care that our behavior and actions are upright, not only because of our name but because we know that it is wrapped in the name of Jehovah. So let us cultivate good qualities that will help us earn a good reputation and the respect of others.
Ruth 2:12. When Ruth asks Boaz why he treats her so well despite being a foreigner, he replies that he has found out about everything he has done for Naomi and surely she should have spoken well of her beloved daughter-in-law at women of Bethlehem apart from her decision to serve Jehovah, with this we can see that Ruth was someone who was recognized for her good way of acting, today, those who show that same attitude as Ruth, are worthy of receiving praise for their good behavior. proceed.
Ruth 2:15, 16. Ruth knew that she had the right to forage as she was both a foreigner and someone in need, but she still asked permission to do so. Hearing this, Boaz was generous and allowed her to pick ears of corn. First of all, we see that Ruth showed herself to be someone with good manners and very respectful, which undoubtedly gave her a good image, and on the other hand, we see that Boaz knows how to reward and congratulate those who prove to be good and spiritual people.
Ruth 2:15,17. Even when Boaz read lightened Ruth's work, "she continued to glean in the field until evening," for she was a very industrious woman. The Christian must also have a reputation for being diligent.
Ruth 2:19,22. In the evening Naomi and Ruth enjoyed pleasant conversations. The older one was interested in what the younger one had done, and both freely expressed what they thought and felt. Should it be otherwise in Christian families?
Ruth 2:22. Rut didn't get much from her scavenging, but she did get enough to eat for herself and Naomi, and to live. And Naomi told him in this verse to continue in this field that it was the best and that way they will not bother you in another. This teaches us that at work we must take care of the environment that is breathed, it is better to earn less in a job with a better environment where Jehovah will always provide than to earn more in another job where our faith is tested every day.
Ruth 2:22,23. Unlike Jacob's daughter Dinah, Rub sought out the company of those who worshiped Jehovah. What a good example for us!
Ruth 2:23. Despite the fact that her situation was changing for the better, Ruth decided to continue being with Naomi, proving to be a special family despite being of a different age or nationality, this may make us wonder if we are always ready to help and support our family. When he needs us, let us remember that these acts of love and loyalty do not go unnoticed by Jehovah, so we can imitate Ruth both with our family and with our brothers in the Christian congregation.
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