The story of Ruth is a beautiful narrative found in the Old Testament of the Bible. It revolves around the lives of three main characters: Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz. The story highlights themes of loyalty, faithfulness, redemption, and the providence of God. The story begins during a time of famine in the land of Israel. A man named Elimelech, along with his wife Naomi and their two sons, leave their hometown of Bethlehem and settle in Moab. Unfortunately, Elimelech dies, leaving Naomi as a widow. Her sons, Mahlon and Kilion, then marry Moabite women named Orpah and Ruth. Tragically, both Mahlon and Kilion also die, leaving Naomi alone with her daughters-in-law. Upon hearing that the famine has ended in Bethlehem, Naomi decides to return to her homeland. She encourages Orpah and Ruth to stay in Moab and find new husbands, as she has nothing more to offer them. However, Ruth clings to Naomi and refuses to leave her side, uttering one of the most famous lines from the story: "Where you ...
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