MATRIARCH • OLD TESTAMENTc. 1100 BC

Ruth

רוּת (Rūṯ) • Meaning: "Companion / Friend"

The Faithful Moabitess & Woman of Noble Character

A widowed Gentile who demonstrated sacrificial devotion to her mother-in-law Naomi and the God of Israel. Her marriage to Boaz placed her directly in the genealogy of King David and Jesus Christ.

Key Spiritual Virtues:

✦ Loyalty (*Hesed*)✦ Industrious Humility✦ Courageous Devotion✦ Integrity

Biographical Timeline & Pivotal Moments

Sacrificial Pledge

Ruth 1

Refused to abandon Naomi after profound loss, embracing the God of Israel.

Gleaning in the Fields

Ruth 2

Faithfully provided for Naomi by gathering grain in the field of Boaz.

Kinsman Redeemer

Ruth 4

Redeemed by Boaz, becoming the great-grandmother of King David.

Key Scriptures & Verses

"Ruth said, "Don't urge me to leave you... for wherever you go, I will go... Your people will be my people, and your God my God.""

Ruth 1:16Explore Verse Study

"May Yahweh repay your work, and a full reward be given you from Yahweh, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to take refuge."

Ruth 2:12Explore Verse Study

Lessons for Modern Believers

Loyalty and kindness in times of tragedy unlock God’s miraculous providence.

God’s grace extends beyond national and cultural boundaries to all who seek refuge under His wings.