Book Of Ruth Research Paper

Superior Essays
Susan Davis
English
Janet Ross
11/22/2016
The Book of Ruth The canonized Christian Bible contains The Book of Ruth in the Old Testament. The author of this book is unknown; however, the author left his or her mark on the Bible with just four chapters. The complete Bible is made of 66 books. The Book of Ruth and the book of Esther are the only ones that are named after woman, which in itself is a historical marker. The Book of Ruth is an epic work of art, because it covers how a virtuous woman should be, through her love for others, her ability to overcome racial circumstances and not allowing her situation dictate who she is. Though written in four very short chapters the words of this noble story of love is an example to men and woman both
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It covers every aspect from grieving loss of a husband children and a home and quite literally shows perseverance and endurance of the women of that time. The Book of Ruth has a purpose in its story of unfailing, unconditional, sacrificial love. The purpose is to love with a purpose. Ruth unconditionally showed love for Naomi. With the intention of nothing more than showing her love. In the great journey of love Naomi also experience her family being redeemed and to her was born a grandson. In addition to all Ruth done she single handedly secured Naomi’s lineage for a …show more content…
Her culture very different from the Israelites. Before Ruth became a widow could you imagine the influence that Naomi must have had on her for her to give so selflessly? In The Book of Ruth, it stated that Ruth was young. The guidance that Naomi as a mother taught Ruth had to give some influence on her character. Ruth did not seek men that were younger or did she seek there company of a man at all. She worked in the hot fields to feed her and her Mother-in-law never complained nor did she ask for help. She only asked the foreman to let her work for herself. Gleaning from the fields in that day in time was kind of like our welfare system in the U.S. today. The difference is in this story of love the farmers out of their love for the poor let them work for themselves so they can provide for themselves and their family but not a profit. She held her integrity virtue and honor by working. She could have turned to begging, or to finding a man to take care of her. She ultimately loved herself. Ruth’s principles were all of that of honor and respect. This book reveals many lessons that any culture, religion, creed, nationality, or any human being can learn

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