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1 ruth Chapter 3 What risks do you see in this plan? In the first two chapters the narrator has shown the sovereign work of God in Despite these risks, what is ruth 's response? providing for Naomi. In Chapter one, ruth left her native Moab and journeyed with Naomi back to Israel. In Chapter 2, Boaz allowed ruth to pick a month's worth of food. Naomi's needs have been met---except for one--- Read verses 6-15. she is still childless. God is working in this area as well. Pay attention to the role Boaz plays as kinsman redeemer in this Chapter . The verse part of Naomi's plan was to use the occasion of winnowing to insure that Boaz will be in a good mood. Does verse 7 suggest that things are going well so far? Discovering the text The grammar suggests that something woke Boaz (perhaps the cold night air Read verses 1-5. on his legs had finally awoken him) and he rolled over to find ruth lying down beside his legs. What is Boaz response? Why does Naomi state that she is attempting to help ruth ?

2 How does this relate to her wish for ruth in 1:9? How does ruth answer Boaz? What does she tell ruth to do? What does she ask him to do? The winnowing of barley was a joyous occasion in ancient agricultural By spreading his garment over a woman, a man was signifying his intention practices. It signified the climax of the harvesting process. Naomi wanted to marry a woman. The symbolism implied that he would protect her and that ruth to take advantage of this time to stage her plan. he would consummate the marriage as well. It is a custom still used today among some Arab tribes. What do you think Naomi's intention for ruth was in her commands in the first part of verse 3? There is also an important word play that is used in the Hebrew word for garment. A homonym for this word is used in 2:12 to describe God's By remaining hidden, ruth (through Naomi's ingenuity) could wait for the wings protecting ruth . The author is showing us that the means by which exact moment to make herself known to Boaz.

3 This would allow them to talk God is protecting ruth and Naomi is through the marriage between ruth and privately and avoid gossipy ears. Boaz. In verse 4, the NIV does not translate a phrase in Hebrew that indicates that ruth uses the concept of the redeemer (go'el from Chapter 2) to enhance her the last of her instructions was the most important. It was an idiom that need to be rescued by him. implied Now, this is crucial.. How does Boaz respond to her request? What is this crucial element in her plan? What term does Boaz use in verse 11 to describe her? If this command seems to include some sexual innuendo to you, you are reading it correctly. A woman dressed attractively and a man alone at night How does this relate to hesed? allows for such an interpretation. Scripture instructs us in all areas of life, including sexual. The intention of these actions seems to be a means in Verse 12 adds another possible problem to the book. What is it? ancient Israelite culture to show intention of marriage.

4 In essence, through her actions ruth is saying, I will be your wife if you ask, to Boaz. Although ruth 's request is a romantic one, there are still legal practices that must be followed. One is the right of redemption allowed to a go'el. Because there was someone who was closer in relationship to Naomi, Boaz could not immediately say yes. How does Boaz protect ruth 's character in verse 14? Chapter 3. What does Boaz give ruth to take back with her? The measures were most likely seahs which weighed 10 to 15 lbs each. Again, Boaz demonstrates amazing generosity to ruth and Naomi. Read verses 16-18. Notice how Naomi has taken a more active role in this Chapter . How does this compare to her attitude in the previous part of the story. ruth Why does ruth say Boaz has given her so much barley? What does Naomi advise ruth to do? In this polite command, Naomi is letting ruth (and th reader) know that Boaz is a man of action. In the next Chapter we will discover if Boaz will marry ruth or if the nearer kinsman will act on ruth and Naomi's behalf.

5 Bible Study Guide Discussing the text Throughout this book, we have seen God's providence. In this Chapter , God Baseball Chapel and Unlimited Potential have uses the ingenuity of Naomi to accomplish His purposes. How can this give designed a series of studies of God's Word to you confidence the next time you are forced to make difficult decisions? help you deepen your walk with the Lord. Obedience has played a major role in describing hesed in ruth . Hesed is going above and beyond the call of duty. Being a Christian is more than following a set of rules; it is a relationship with God through His Son Jesus Christ. One way we demonstrate our faithfulness to God and our understanding of what He has done for us is through obeying His commands. How has this study in ruth helped you to determine areas where you need to Other study guides are available at be more diligent in showing your faithfulness?