Many Bible studies of the book of Ruth focus on the life and character of Ruth herself. Ruth takes a more comprehensive view of the book as a whole. While the book is named for Ruth, and she is prominent in the action, other significant players populate the drama: Naomi, Elimelek, Mahlon, Kilion, Orpah, Boaz, an unnamed guardian-redeemer, reapers, elders, neighbors. All have their share of importance in the historical narrative.What does the book of Ruth have to do with us today? Although Ruth and Boaz are mentioned in the New Testament only in Matthew's genealogy of Jesus (Matthew 1:5), Christians have long seen in the book of Ruth a foreshadowing of our redemption through Christ. As Ruth and Naomi were destitute, with status and hope, we were in spiritual poverty and could t rescue ourselves. Like them, we were in need of a guardian-redeemer who would come to our aid. As Boaz in love intervened and took responsibility to save Ruth and Naomi, Christ in love has become our ultimate Redeemer who assumes the burden of our need and gives us a place in his kingdom.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Scripture Union Publishing
ISBN-10
1785061259
ISBN-13
9781785061257
eBay Product ID (ePID)
214360539
Additional Product Features
Place of Publication
Bucks
Series Title
Lifebuilder Bible Study
Author Biography
Dale and Sandy Larsen are freelance writers living in Greenville, Illinois. They have written numerous books and over 30 Bible study guides.