Ruth comes to Bethlehem
Ruth 1:19–22Ruth and Naomi arrive at the beginning of barley harvest.
Places of Scripture · Judah
Bethlehem
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Bethlehem connects Ruth and Boaz, David’s family and anointing, Micah’s prophecy, and the birth of Jesus Christ.
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Samuel anoints David
1 Samuel 16:1–13David is anointed among the sons of Jesse.
Jesus is born
Luke 2:1–20Jesus is born in the city of David as the angels announce good tidings.
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