en_tn/rut/03/10.md

my daughter

Boaz used this expression as a sign of respect towards Ruth as a younger woman.

more kindness in the latter end than at the beginning

"even more kindness now than before"

more kindness in the later end

This refers to Ruth asking Boaz to marry her. By marrying Naomi's relative, Ruth would provide for Naomi and demonstrate great kindness to Naomi.

inasmuch as you have not pursued

"instead of pursuing." Ruth could have ignored Naomi's need and looked for a husband for herself outside of Naomi's relatives.

at the beginning

This refers to the way Ruth had earlier provided for her mother-in-law by staying with her and gleaning grain for food for them.