(story told in the book of Ruth)
Boaz was a respected and wealthy man living in Bethlehem during the time of the judges. He was known for his integrity, generosity, and faith in God. When Ruth, a young widow from Moab, came to Bethlehem with her mother-in-law Naomi, she went to gather leftover grain in the fields to provide food for them. By God’s plan, Ruth happened to work in the fields owned by Boaz, who was a relative of Naomi’s late husband.
Boaz noticed Ruth right away—not because of her beauty or background, but because of her kindness and loyalty to Naomi. When he learned how Ruth had left her homeland to care for her mother-in-law, he was deeply moved. Boaz made sure she was protected while working in his fields and instructed his workers to leave extra grain for her to gather. His kindness and respect showed his strong character and compassion.
Naomi soon recognized that Boaz was a family redeemer—someone who could restore their family’s future according to Israelite law. She encouraged Ruth to ask Boaz to take on this role. When Ruth approached him humbly and asked for his protection, Boaz responded with honor and care, promising to do everything properly before God.
Boaz followed through with wisdom and integrity. He met with the town elders to settle the matter and willingly took Ruth as his wife. Their marriage brought joy and security to both Ruth and Naomi.
Boaz’s story is one of faith, kindness, and redemption. His actions reflected God’s love—rescuing and restoring what was lost. Through Boaz’s faithfulness, God continued His plan for salvation, as Boaz and Ruth became ancestors of King David and, generations later, of Jesus Christ.