Boaz’s Protection

Overview

• Testament: Old
• Book: Ruth
• Chapters: Ruth 2
• Summary: Boaz welcomes Ruth, protects her in the field, and provides generously for her and Naomi.

Details

Boaz instructs Ruth to stay close to his maidens, orders the young men not to trouble her, gives her water and table fellowship, and even has grain deliberately left for her to gather. His actions embody covenant kindness before the formal redemption of chapter 4.

Key People Involved

• Boaz - Protector and benefactor
• Ruth - Receives kindness as a foreign widow
• Naomi - Blessed through Boaz’s generosity

Key Places

• Bethlehem - Harvest setting

Important Verses

“The LORD recompense thy work, and a full reward be given thee…” - Ruth 2:12

Cross-References

• Related events: Gleaning in the Field, The Threshing Floor
• Related books: Ruth

Notes

Boaz’s protection turns the law’s minimum provision into abundant mercy. He becomes the first clear human instrument of Naomi’s restoration.