The book of Ruth is a beautiful, peaceful, historical romance, a blessed relief from the internecine strife, ruffianism, and bloodshed, recorded in the closing chapters of Judges. How grandly filial obedience and simple faith stand out in the conduct of Ruth, and integrity and Christian manliness in the character of Boaz. The blessing of God upon the poor Moabitess shows that God is no respecter of persons; and in His providence He chooses her to become the ancestress of Christ.