Brief Review of Chapter 2
Study Questions on Chapter 3:
1. From verse 1, what was Naomi’s goal for Ruth?
2. What instructions did Naomi give Ruth to help achieve this goal?
3. Describe the threshing floor and what was done to food products there.
4. What is “winnowing” and why was it necessary?
5. Was Boaz drunk when he lay down to sleep?
6. What was implied by Ruth laying down at Boaz’ feet? Was this being promiscuous on her part?
7. What was the reaction of Boaz when he awoke and realized someone was laying down at his feet?
8. Which scriptures give the law of the “kinsman redeemer?”
9. When Ruth asked Boaz to “spread his covering over his maid,” was she just cold, or was there another reason for this expression?
10. What praise does Boaz give Ruth regarding the “kindness” she has shown him?
11. Explain Boaz’ plan for dealing with the kinsmen that is closer to her than himself.
12. Were women not permitted on the threshing floor? (see verse 14)
13. What gift does Boaz send Naomi by Ruth?
14. Describe the encouragement Naomi gives to Ruth at the end of the chapter.
15. Opinion - Does the involvement of Naomi in Ruth’s affairs justify Christians today participating in “match-making” on behalf of their brothers and sisters in Christ?