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 commands leaving gleanings for the poor; Boaz follows and exceeds this law by instructing extra grain.