Introduction
B. The plan to obtain seed ch. 3
Having obtained food and safety, Ruth and Naomi could look beyond their immediate physical needs to their greater need. Whereas Ruth took the initiative in proposing a plan to obtain food (Ruth 2:2), Naomi now suggested a plan to get rest (security) for Ruth (Ruth 3:1-5). As I pointed out, this second plan, that Naomi laid out and Ruth agreed to, is at the structural center of the Book of Ruth. It is the decision to which chapters 1 and 2 lead up, and from which chapters 3 and 4 unfold.
Chapter 3, like chapter 2, revolves around a dialogue between Boaz and Ruth.
A Naomi and Ruth (Ruth 3:1-5)
B Boaz and Ruth (Ruth 3:6-15)
A’ Naomi and Ruth (Ruth 3:16-18)
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