The Sacred Illegality of Ruth

A translation proposal and relations with Shavuot

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35699/1982-3053.2024.51933

Keywords:

Shavuot, Hebrew Bible, Commented Translation

Abstract

This article aims to discuss the interpretative possibilities that the reading of Megillat Ruth can assume as an intrinsic part of the Shavuot festival. Based on an original translation with comments produced by the authors, a literary analysis is proposed that explores the controversial interpretations of the ambiguities of the characters and plots given the dual character of the Shavuot festival: with pre-second temple agricultural relations; and with the relationship to the giving of the Torah post second temple.

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Author Biographies

Gabriel D. Gruber, UNICAMP

Master in linguistics from UNICAMP, postgraduate in translation. Teacher at the municipal education network in Monte Mor, and editor-in-chief of Editora Piraputanga.

Kenny Ebinger, Andrews University

Master's degree in religion from Andrews University, postgraduate degree in biblical interpretation.

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Published

2024-06-14

How to Cite

Gruber, G., & Ebinger, K. (2024). The Sacred Illegality of Ruth: A translation proposal and relations with Shavuot. Arquivo Maaravi: Revista Digital De Estudos Judaicos Da UFMG, 18(34), 58–85. https://doi.org/10.35699/1982-3053.2024.51933