Ruth 2:16
And let fall also some of the handfuls of purpose for her, and leave them, that she may glean them, and rebuke her not.
Cross-references
Deuteronomy 24:19–21
Historical context
Deuteronomy 24:19-21 commands leaving forgotten sheaves for the poor, which Boaz enacts by pulling stalks for Ruth.
1 John 3:17
Contrast
1 John 3:17 condemns withholding from a needy brother; Boaz does the opposite by generously providing for Ruth.
1 John 3:18
Parallel
1 John 3:18 calls for love in deed, not just words; Boaz demonstrates this by his practical provision for Ruth.
Leviticus 23:22
Allusion
Leviticus 23:22 commands leaving gleanings for the poor; Boaz follows and exceeds this law by instructing extra grain.