Ruth
What was Ruth doing in the field?
Ruth was collecting barley that the workers left in the field after they moved on to a new spot. The workers worked for Boaz who comes in later on in the story.
Why did Boaz fall in love with Ruth?
Because she was the only one there that he liked.
Why did Naomi tell Ruth and Orpah to go back to her family?
Because she wasn't able to bear any more sons that they could marry to be their husbands.
Why did Ruth leave her home and start a new one with Naomi?
Because Ruth’s heart came to grips with what she believed. She felt a deep conviction to stay with Naomi.
Who is Ruth's son?
Obed
Who is Ruth?
Ruth is a widow who lost her husband.
Who is Boaz?
A very rich man. Who left grains for Ruth to pick.
Who is Naomi?
Naomi is the mother of Mahlon and Kilion and married to Elimelech.
What was Ruth doing at Boaz's threshing floor?
Ruth was at his threshing floor so that she could ask him to marry him. But he said there was another family redeemer that was more closely related.
How many sons did Naomi have?
Naomi had 2 sons.
Who is Ruth’s great- grandson?
David, the King of Israel.
Why did Boaz tell his harvesters not to bother Ruth?
Boaz knew what Ruth had gone through with her husband and her father-in-law dying.
Who are Naomi's daughters-in-law?
Ruth and Orpah
Why did Boaz leave grain for Ruth to pick up?
He noticed her hard work so he rewarded her with his blessings.
Where did Naomi's husband come from?
He came from Bethlehem.
What does the name "Ruth" mean?
The name Ruth means "Friend".
Why did Boaz tell his harvesters not to bother Ruth?
Boaz knew what Ruth had gone through with her husband and her father-in-law dying.
How did Naomi take in the wonderful news of Ruth and Boaz getting married?
She praised the Lord in happiness and joy.
Where did this all take place?
Ruth lived in Moab, but when she left with Naomi they lived in Israel.
What did Naomi change her name to?
She changed her name to Mara, which means bitter.
Is Naomi Ruth's:
a. mother-in-law
b. sister
c. cousin
a. Her mother-in-law.
What does the name "Boaz" mean?
The name Boaz means "Strength".
What does the name "Naomi" mean?
The name Naomi means “Pleasant one.”
What happened to Ruth’s husband?
He died, along with Naomi and Oprah's husband.
What was special about Ruth?
She followed Naomi to Judah, even though that meant leaving her home to find a new one.