7 Now this was the custom in former times in Israel concerning the redemption and the exchange of land to confirm any matter: a man removed his sandal and gave it to another; and this was the manner of attestation in Israel.

8 So the closest relative said to Boaz, “Buy it for yourself.” And he removed his sandal.

Ruth 4:7-8, New American Standard 1977. Copyright © 1977 by The Lockman Foundation.
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