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The book of Ruth is not just a love story; it significantly highlights a key legal and social custom of ancient Israel. Which of the following best describes the purpose of the 'kinsman-redeemer' (goel) as exemplified by Boaz?
A
To ensure the fair distribution of land among all Israelite families, preventing any one family from accumulating excessive wealth.
B
To provide a mechanism for wealthy individuals to adopt orphans and widows into their families, giving them social status.
C
To preserve the family name and inheritance of a deceased relative by marrying the widow and raising an heir in the deceased's name.
D
To offer a means for individuals burdened by debt to sell themselves into servitude for a limited time, with the kinsman-redeemer buying their freedom.
Reference:
Ruth 4:1-12
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