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Ruth

Ruth is the tender story of a Moabite widow who clings to her Israelite mother-in-law and to the LORD, and finds refuge under the wing of a kinsman-redeemer named Boaz. Set in the time of the judges, it ends with the genealogy of King David — and ultimately points toward Christ.

Author
Anonymous (traditionally Samuel)
Date Written
c. 1011–931 BC
Audience
Israel during the monarchy, especially Davidic-era readers
Length
4 chapters

Major Themes

Loyalty Redemption Providence Kindness Lineage of David

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