Ruth and Naomi return back Bethlehem during the start of the Barley harvest. This not only lets us know the time of year this takes place, but it also informs us that the famine was over.
Back in the Mosaic law, the Isrealities were commanded not to harvest everything in order to leave behind food for others who needed it. God was trying to cultivate kindness and generosity in His people.
Boaz turns out to be a family “redeemer” and before Ruth even knows who he is, he is providing and protecting her.
The book of Ruth uses the Chiastic structure to highlight the most important information.
