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'My people are your people, my horses your horses'

Kings of Israel and Judah used this formula to seal war alliances. Ruth uses similar language to join Naomi's people.

A diplomatic formula made personal.

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In Hebrew, 'people' can also mean 'army.'

Bible reference: 1 Kings 22:4; Ruth 1:16

Source: Why the Bible Began, pp. 389–390

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