Ruth Introduction - King James Version (KJV)
Synopsis:
Set during the time of Judges, the book of Ruth tells us the narrative of how a young Moabite widow committed herself to her mother-in-law Naomi during a time of famine. Ruth's desire for her mother-in-law made her declare that "your people shall be my people, and your God my God" (1:16). Ruth ultimately finds love from relative of her deceased husband, Boaz. In this role, Boaz serves as the kinsman-redeemer taking Ruth as his wife. They became the great-grandparents to King David that's connected to the Messianic line culminated in Christ's birth.
Authorship:
Samuel, according to the Jewish Talmud.
Date: ~1140 BC
Based upon the genealogies and the descriptions of events in the book.
Simple Outline:
1. Ruth and Naomi (Ruth 1-2)
A. Death of Family (Ch 1)
B. Ruth's care for Naomi (Ch 2)
B. Ruth's care for Naomi (Ch 2)
2. Ruth and Boaz (Ruth 3-4)
A. Ruth's Request for Redemption by Boaz (Ch 3)
B. Ruth's Reward for Redemption by Boaz (Ch 4)