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.
What is a character quality that Boaz had?
-kindness
-generosity
-love (for God and Ruth)
-righteous
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?
Ruth was loyal to Naomi and loved her
Ruth wanted to follow God
Ruth believed strongly it was the right thing to do
Who is Ruth's son?
Obed
What happened to Ruth?
Ruth is a widow who lost her husband.
What was Boaz's job?
He was a rich farmer who owned land
Who were Naomi's sons and husband?
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 her. But he said there was another family redeemer that was more closely related that had to be asked first.
How many sons did Naomi have?
Naomi had 2 sons.
Who is Ruth’s great- grandson?
David, the King of Israel.
What did Boaz do for Ruth
-tell his harvesters not to bother her
What are the names of Naomi's daughters-in-laws?
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 fall in love with Ruth?
-she was loyal to Naomi
-she worked hard
- God guided him
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.