Story Abstract

The Story of Ruth

told by Debra Todd

Story Source Material: NIV Bible, Book of Ruth; The Message Bible, Book of Ruth

Taletype Classification of the Story: Religious story

Story Rating: Young Adults/Adults

Abstract/Summary:

Ruth has a serious dilemma to face-she is a young widow, told by her mother-in-law Naomi to go back home to her own family. But if she does that who will take care of Naomi? If Ruth goes back to Naomi's home country how will they earn a living? Will Ruth be forced into "the world's oldest profession," or will she find another way to care for herself and her aging mother-in-law? Find out how this courageous woman meets the challenges of living in a society that does not give even the most basic rights to a woman on her own.