Ruth 4:7
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King James Version (modern wording)
Now this was the manner in former time in Israel concerning redeeming and concerning changing, in order to confirm all things; a man plucked off his shoe, and gave it to his neighbour: and this was a testimony in Israel.
Ruth 4:7 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Now this wasthe customin former time in Israel concerning redeeming and concerning exchanging, to confirm all things: a man drew off his shoe, and gave it to his neighbor; and this was the manner of attestation in Israel.
Ruth 4:7 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Now in former times in Israel, concerning the redemption or exchange of property, to make any matter legally binding a man would remove his sandal and give it to the other party, and this was a confirmation in Israel.
Ruth 4:7 (BSB)
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What does Ruth 4:7 say?
Ruth 4:7 in modern King James wording reads: "Now this was the manner in former time in Israel concerning redeeming and concerning changing, in order to confirm all things; a man plucked off his shoe, and gave it to his neighbour: and this was a testimony in Israel."
Where is Ruth 4:7 found in the Bible?
Ruth 4:7 is verse 7 of chapter 4 of the book of Ruth, in the Old Testament. Ruth has 4 chapters.
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