Two examples: Ruth’s interactions with Naomi, and Ruth’s interactions with Boaz. The bridge between them and the moment of passionate intimacy come together in Chapter 3, and the ...

In case of abuse, Perhaps because I am no longer young, I find myself with increasing affection for Naomi, mother-in-law to the biblical Book of Ruth’s title character. Ruth seems forever young.

This scroll tells the story of Ruth, a Moabite woman who returns with her mother-in-law Naomi to Bethlehem after Naomi’s husband and son (Ruth’s husband), have died leaving them without ...

Against this background, the Book of Ruth stands out as a celebration of female friendship. As the book begins, Naomi does not see the value in women’s relationships. She urges her daughters-in ...

Themes: The Jewish festival of Shavuot; the Bible story of Ruth and Naomi; loyalty; welcoming others. Ruth: Yes, my first husband was Jewish and from here - in Bethlehem. He moved to Moab with his ...

After opening the Silverberry Home for senior women, members of the nonprofit Ruth and Naomi Project are about to open a second abode. An army of volunteers on Saturday, including Target ...