Strong’s G4503

Ῥούθ

Part of speech

Proper Noun, Indeclinable

Transliteration

Rhouth

Pronunciation

hrooth

Definition

Ruth

Meaning

Ruth, wife of Boaz and mother of Obed.

Usage

The name "Ruth" is used in the New Testament to refer to the Moabite woman who is the central figure in the Old Testament Book of Ruth. In the Greek New Testament, her name appears in the genealogy of Jesus Christ, highlighting her significance in the lineage of David and ultimately, the Messiah.

Bible references

Matthew 1:5