In Ruth chapter 2, Naomi and Ruth return to Bethlehem during the harvest. Ruth goes to glean grain and providentially ends up in the field of Boaz, a wealthy relative of Naomi’s late husband. Boaz notices her, learns of her loyalty to Naomi, and shows her great kindness by offering protection, extra grain, and a meal. Ruth works diligently and returns home with a generous amount of barley. Naomi is amazed, revealing Boaz as a close kinsman-redeemer, and encourages Ruth to continue gleaning in his fields for safety.