Ruth 2:7
And she said, I pray you, let me glean and gather after the reapers among the sheaves: so she came, and hath continued even from the morning until now, that she tarried a little in the house.
Cross-references
Ruth 2:21
Historical context
Ruth 2:21 recounts Boaz's instructions from 2:8-9, showing the outcome of his favor after her initial request in 2:7.
Proverbs 13:4
Parallel
Proverbs 13:4 contrasts the sluggard with the diligent; Ruth's diligent work from early morning fits those who are richly supplied.
Proverbs 22:29
Parallel
Proverbs 22:29 promises the skillful will stand before kings; Ruth's diligence leads to standing before Boaz and later kings.