Book of Ruth Summary: A Complete Animated Overview 

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"Ruth is going to stop wearing clothes..." Wait, WHAT?! "...of a grieving widow." Oh, thank God.

My favorite part of this story is knowing that Boaz was the son of Rahab. Which explains why he was able to see Ruth as a faithful, beautiful woman even though she was a gentile, because his mom was too. It shows how God uses the weak and insignificant to shame the wise and does amazing things through people and situations we may never know about. God’s red thread of redemption at its core❤️

I am a woman who is divorced due to my ex husband’s infidelity. Hearing the story of Ruth and how God redeemed her story through her second marriage fills my heart with hope. God is a redeemer.

Do you realize that if Naomi talked her daughter-in-law into staying in Moab, Boaz would have been ruthless.

“Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain. But a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.” Proverbs 31:30

But it also shows that God will not refuse anyone who chooses Him. By choosing God, He blesses her even she is a Moabite.

I've always been inspired by Ruth's boldness. This was the sermon I asked to be preached at my wedding - which might seem odd to many. Boaz's covenant with Ruth is a picture of God's covenant with us through Jesus. Jesus is our kinsman redeemer. All Christian marriages are a picture of that same covenant that God has with us.

My bf brokeup with me and I'm going through some really hard time rn. But, I trust my God with all of my heart and, this video just gave me hope that God has something greater planned for me ahead.

OMG this is amazing, it goes to show that "nothing" that happens in life is ever random or a mere coincidence. Praise the Lord!

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This is amazing. Never understood the book of ruth like this before. Thanks for putting so much work to this! Gonna read the book of ruth this morning now that I have a greater picture.

I just have to stop and mention that these graphics and story boards you make in these videos are incredible! They are so seamless and smooth! It’s such a joy listening to and watching your outlines! God bless you all!

How about mentioning the awesome typology of the book of Ruth? Ruth is the gentile bride (representative of the Church), Naomi represents Israel, and Boaz as the kinsman redeemer represents the Messiah, full of grace... The role of the kinsman redeemer (Messiah) was, by grace and union, to restore the dead to (eternal) inheritance -- herein, namely Elimelech (Naomi's husband), and Mahlon (Ruth's dead husband, whose name, by no coincidence, means 'sickly', such as we are in the flesh before redemption). This restoration of inheritance is because the firstborn of Ruth and Boaz was to inherit and restore the name of Mahlon within Israel (that is what the Levirate law is about)... Boaz takes on the legal curse of marrying a gentile bride (Deut 23:3), as the Messiah took on our curse of sin... but this generational curse on Boaz was wiped clean for the future, as his offspring (Obed) would be the levirate heir of Ruth's first husband, not Boaz, thus he would not carry the curse to the 3 generations to David. Also, the nearer kinsman who wouldn't marry Ruth represents the law that could not/ would not provide for anyone's redemption and (eternal) inheritance... As in the book of Ruth, Israel is related to the Messiah, but it is the gentile bride who meets Him first and introduces Him to Israel who is yet to be redeemed -- when they call upon His name (Lev 26:40-42; 2 Chr 7:13-14; Jer 29:12-14; Jer 50:4-5,20; Hosea 5:15-6:3; Matt 23:37-39; and also referencing the purpose and outcome of the time of Jacob's trouble). And there is probably more besides! Halleluyah. God is awesome, and so poetic!

I have to say that being a Christian my whole life, I haven't read the book of Ruth until today, along the Reading Scripture plan. And I have been deeply moved by it. While reading it I burst into tears because of the love and loyalty Ruth showed to Naomi. And how God used this incredible woman to give a beautiful message and to continue His salvation Plan. Great video, guys! This might be my favorite book of the Bible so long

Love the book of Ruth, so much so I quoted Ruth 1:16 as part of my wedding vows to my husband. I became a Christian because of him.

You guys have amazingly given me back the truth behind my faith. See I grew up in christian school but none of these things were explained to me. At 37 I had an encounter with literally the trinity in different experiences where my life was saved! But then I needed to dig back into my roots and thank you for filling that educational gap. Where now I am informed. The Bible is awesome and y’all are amazing for finally not putting man’s interpretation but the actual word as it is. In plain English. You are doing His work and I’m eternally grateful.

It’s so crazy how a four chapter book leads up to the Messiah’s coming and lineage, wow i am just utmost amazed ❤️

I have committed myself to read a full book in one day. I am up to Ruth but I didn't fully understand it until this video so thank you for this message!

I love the book of Ruth! My grandma's name was Ruth, my mom's name is Ruth and my middle name is Ruth. ❤

So good! God is working through you years later and will for years to come. Thanks so much for your ministry. It is a blessing to many that points to Jesus. Be well. Praise Jesus!

Recently started reading and studying the Bible. It's never too late and I'm enjoying this channel , it makes things so much easier❤

Ruth, Esther, and Daniel are three of my absolute favorite books of The Bible. :D

"Has God not chosen the poor in the world to be rich in faith and to be heirs of the kingdom that he has promised to those who love God?" - James 2:5

When Boaz found Ruth he found her working not twerking.

Please pray for my healing and for a soft heart in understanding God.

I love your stuff I'm reading the whole Bible. I watch you every morning to make sure I'm understanding correctly.

I like the way how God’s will is manifested even in our mundane activities in life. And also how important it is that our decisions are interwoven with his will. Amazing stuff guys. May God continue to bless your team and many through you😊

God is behind EVERY scene!🕆

This just shows that God has a plan for all of us and even though we might not reliease it we're apart of something so much bigger. Praise be to God and may he bless each and every one of us.

Amazing how Jewish Naomi and Gentile Ruth family restored through Boaz who prefigure Jesus Christ.

a story foreshadowing about Jesus. Boaz foreshadowing the character of the Messiah as the kinsman Redeemer, Naomi represents the world, Ruth represents Christians and the closer relative represents the law... :)

Tonight I pray and Ask God to talk to me in the Bible... when I open my Bible it leads me in the Book of Ruth. I read it and wants more deeper meaning thats why I saw this Video. Prase God. Amen.

The graphic design is so simple but so intriguing at the same time! Love the illustration, and I know the work put into this is not always easy, but it is a great way to bring these stories to life! Thank you!

Thank you Fatfor confirmation 🤲🏽🤲🏽🤲🏽I heard look up Ruth story and I obeyed! Right on time be that I’m battling depression, lost of my baby die to murder, and dealt with life’s hardships. But my Father keeep telling me my Boaz is coming. BTW Imya grandma 🤲🏽😊My God finna blow my mind! I believe in Jesus Name! Amen 🤲🏽❤️(This was a 🔥 video, helps me understand the story so much better! Blessings to your ministry ❤️)

Can't wait for the prophets' books...and Revelation. Keep up the good work guys.

I could watch these all day long. Love how the stories of the bible are told with illustrations. Thank you.

Ruth is a remarkable metaphor for the redemption of Jesus Christ! Love Ruth, thanks for the great video guys!

God is at work even at the ordinary detail of our lives. Amazing! Praise God💓

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The way I was so excited to read Ruth when I got to it, and then I didn’t understand a thing. This video is EXTREMELY helpful, thank you SO much for making it! God bless!!

Man I love how you guys connect the visual storytelling/ animation with the clear break down of Biblical themes in the narration. Your timing and visual cues set to the narration are great.

I love this story!! God is always on time

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If Naomi becoming a grandma isn't a happy ending to this, I don't know... It actually made me cry from joy!

Beautifully done. Thank you. The small decision all lead to greater purpose. It takes a plan, action and trust in the lord as we walk in this journey of life.

God bless whoever is reading this and I pray that you turn to the Lord before his return and please seek the Lord so you can be i forever be in happiness you font have to suffer because the Lord already did so for you as long as you follow him, God bless you and Jesus has a plan for you keep your head up 😃❤️🙏

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I've heard this story so many times including women who want to find a Boaz but according to this story Ruth asked Boaz to marry her . Brings a different perspective. . So many women preach this incorrectly. I wish people would read scripture. I appreciate this video

LOVE, love, love this!!! As always, the book is better than the movie - read the Book!!! This is great, very well done!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 This is my favorite book in the Bible - for more than obvious reasons. 😉💖

Interesting to think that it all happened in the Judges period, when they were at their worst. That story shows us how, even when the leaders are totally corrupt, God's mercy is still working miracles through the hands of simple people.

the quality of character in ruth and boaz is tremendous at how they treat others in a respectful and honorable way . since ruth is david's great mother i have often wondered if she lived long enough to meet him

Wow Judges was pretty dark ...Ruth story just warms my heart .Glory be to the Lord.

after reading books in the bible, i am used to go watch your animations for another view, it really help me a lot to understand the story more deeper, thank you

This is for sure my favourite so far ❤️

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I was given to understand that there was a provision in Hebrew culture whereby farmers were to allow the poor to come and collect the scraps of the harvest and that was what was happening, in that second chapter not so much a "Just so happens" but a "This is how it was in those days"

I'm always amazed at the art work and the creativity in weaving the story together. Thank you 🙌♥️

ISAIAH 8 - RUTH “Here am I and the children whom the Lord has given me! We are for signs and wonders in Israel from the Lord of hosts, who dwells in Mount Zion.” (Isaiah 8:18) WORDS BY: FATHER "Do you think Ruth had a right to state this verse? Yes indeed because she was a sign unto all by giving birth to the linage of Christ. But would she have brought forth the royal linage had she stayed in her own country? No. The reason she brought forth a king’s linage was that she walked into My perfect will, not just My good or acceptable will. Never mistaken doing good as if it is My perfect will. Many “good works” are not considered “God works.” Picture a target. The entire target is My will but the closer you hit to the centre, the greater the score. The same is My will. It is a wide range but the closer you get to the centre of it, the closer you get to My heart. My full blessing always comes from being in My perfect will. A good idea for Ruth and Orpah was to turn back to Moab where they were familiar with. But I ask where is Orpah’s linage this day? Where is her offspring? Did she even get remarried? What was her history? It is not mentioned in the Bible because she listened to a good idea rather than My idea. As a result she was not in My perfect will nor was she a sign to Israel as Ruth was. Out of Ruth’s obedience and honour, she walked in My perfect will and I was able to bless her with My full blessing. Therefore when good ideas arise, never be too quick to jump ahead with it. Stop and consider what My will for you is, because for everyone I may require something different. Only by doing this will you walk in the fullness of My favour wherever you go and whatever you do. You too will be a sign for all to see. So does Ruth have a right to state that verse? She does, as do all those who do My perfect will."

Boaz gave me a tear how he helped Ruth due to the Torah and how he acted... so sweet.

I dont know why but the book of Ruth has always been one of my favorites.

Thanks for helping me to know the Bible better.. Great going.. God bless.

Thorin Oakenshield: "Loyalty. Honor. A willing heart. I could ask no more than that."

What a beautiful story. Thank you for such an incredible illustration. God bless you.

I've always known the story of Ruth but it never dawned on me that she was one of Jesus's ancestors. Thank you, TBP for another great lesson! 🙆‍♂️

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An interesting fact that I came across while reading is that Boaz is Rahab's son

Hello, Sir, I watched your video on Ruth. It helped me understand this book very clearly. I understood the cultural setting of it. I'm from India and this chapter has few things which are unacceptable in Indian culture. One request is that could you please make a video on John 4:24, so we believers may have a good understanding of 'How to worship God in Truth and Spirit.'

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I love Ruth’s story very much:]

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This was beautiful! Ruth has always been one of my favorite books of the Bible, and this video made me love it even more!

This story/video is extremely meaningful for me to hear at this point in my life! Thank you for all that you do. 😊

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The book of Ruth is also a strong parallel to the books of Judges. In Judges, God struggles to redeem Isarel around Israel's bad decisions. In Ruth, God can easily redeem Ruth and Naomi because of their good decisions.

Love the ending & how baby has so much more meaning than just another baby

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These videos have really helped me understand what I didn't understand on my own

I've watched a LOT of Bible Project videos and taken lots of notes along the way, but I have to say that I think the summation at the end of this video is one of my favourites so far. The way you linked Ruth to the scriptural big picture was incredible! Thanks so much!

I almost cried considering the paths I must follow. Thanks

You made me realize this little prologue story is actually, just like the paradise story, setting up a pattern for the rest of the book to follow. It's a more human and down to earth, personal story of what happen to all the kings and the whole nation later on :)

God be praised! Thank you!

I’m currently writing out the book of Ruth, it helps me get closer to the Word, and I just want to give thanks to you, Tim! You’ve made my walk so much more comfortable these past few years and I’m very grateful for your communications. God bless

Wow! God is so amazing!

Everytime I think of Ruth I think of the Adventures in Odyssey version 😁

Awesome illustration. Would have been nice to highlight how Boaz negotiated the terms with the close relative and how clever he was.

My favourite book. It brings so much hope that even everything is looking bad and all faith in a situation getting any better God is always at work in ways we can’t even imagine or comprehend. Just trust in him cause he has the full picture.

Thank you so much for all your EXCELLENT work! Extremely well presented!

Such imagery of covenant, being a branch grafted in , marriage with Jesus , grace , mercy , kindness of Jesus . We were once moabites (gentiles) now we're sons .

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