Ruth
Catholic Bible · Old Testament · 4 chapters · DRA
About Ruth
Ruth tells of a Moabite widow whose loyalty to her mother-in-law and to Israel's God leads her into the genealogy of David — and ultimately of Christ.
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Frequently asked about Ruth
- Why is Ruth in the Bible?
- It shows God working through ordinary loyalty and a Gentile woman to advance the messianic line.
- What is a 'kinsman-redeemer'?
- A male relative who could redeem family land or marry a widow to continue the line (Leviticus 25, Deuteronomy 25). Boaz fills that role for Ruth.