After all, it was Ruth who first taught us that deep human connection and compassion, despite its paradoxical, unexplainable character, can be the source of our individual and national redemption.

How selflessness won Boaz’s heart in the Book of Ruth Ruth’s love for her mother-in-law—“Where you go, I will go”—led her to an unexpected, new love with Boaz.

With the possible exception of Job, Ruth is the most popular Bible book among Slate readers. So I have been looking forward to it for a long time!