Ruth 4:20

And Amminadab begat Nahshon, and Nahshon begat Salmon,

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Interpretation

Ruth bore a son, through whom thousands and myriads were born to God; and in being the lineal ancestor of Christ, she was instrumental in the happiness of all that shall be saved by him; even of us Gentiles, as well as those of Jewish descent.

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This thought runs through Ruth 4:18-22.

Ruth 4:18 Ruth 4:19 Ruth 4:20 Ruth 4:21 Ruth 4:22

Glossary

Amminadab Tribe: Kindred of the prince. (1. ) The father of Nahshon, who was chief of the tribe of Judah ( Num. 1:7 ; 2:3 ; 7:12 , 17; 10:14). His daughter Elisheba was married to Aaron ( Ex. 6:23 ).
Nahshon Person: Sorcerer, the son of Aminadab, and prince of the children of Judah at the time of the first numbering of the tribes in the wilderness ( Ex. 6:23 ). His sister Elisheba was the wife of Aaron. He died in the wilderness.