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The practice of gleaning, as exemplified by Ruth in the Book of Ruth, was not merely an act of charity. What deeper societal function did it serve within the legal framework established in the Old Testament?
A
It primarily served as a means for wealthy landowners to publicly demonstrate their piety and generosity.
B
It was a mandatory tax levied on landowners to support the Levitical priesthood and temple upkeep.
C
It functioned as a rudimentary form of social security, providing sustenance and a means of survival for the poor, widows, and orphans, ensuring they were not entirely dependent on direct handouts.
D
It was a symbolic act intended to remind landowners of their dependence on God's blessing for their harvest.
Reference:
Leviticus 19:9-10; Deuteronomy 24:19-22
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