Ruth 1:14

And they lifted up their voice, and wept again: and Orpah kissed her mother in law; but Ruth clave unto her.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Ruth 1:14

BSB
Again they wept aloud, and Orpah kissed her mother-in-law goodbye, but Ruth clung to her.
AKJV
And they lifted up their voice, and wept again: and Orpah kissed her mother in law; but Ruth joined to her.
CPDV
In response, they lifted up their voice and began to weep again. Orpah kissed her mother-in-law, and then turned back. Ruth clung to her mother-in-law.
ERV
And they lifted up their voice, and wept again: and Orpah kissed her mother in law; but Ruth clave unto her.
NHEB
They lifted up their voice, and wept again: and Orpah kissed her mother-in-law and returned to her people, but Ruth clung to her.
SMT
And they will lift up their voice and weep yet. And Orpah will kiss to her mother-in-law; and Ruth adhered to her.

Commentary for Ruth 1:14

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Ruth 1:14
Summary
One daughter departs, one remains steadfast
Place
Between Moab and Judah
Event
Orpah leaves, Ruth stays
Estimated Time Period
c. 1200 BC
Category
Narrative