SwordPlay - S2E3 (ep. 39) - Ruth 3

  • What does it mean to winnow the barley? (2)
  • Why does Ruth have to sneak around? Why can’t she talk to Boaz straightforwardly? (3, 7)
  • Tough Text: What is the significance of uncovering Boaz’s feet? (4, 7)
  • Was Boaz intoxicated? (7)
  • What significance is there to Boaz’s position - “bent forward?” (8)
  • Why would Ruth need to be covered by Boaz’s covering/cloak? (9)
  • What was the first kindness shown to Boaz? (10)
  • What things would have made Ruth well known for being a woman of excellence? (11)
  • Why does Boaz want Ruth to remain until morning? (13)
  • Why did Boaz want to keep Ruth’s presence a secret? (14)
  • Who goes into town - Ruth or Boaz? (15)
  • What was the meaning of carrying the barley back? (15, 17)
  • What does Naomi’s reaction say about Boaz? (18)

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