This in-depth inductive study of the Old Testament Book of Ruth examines specific events centering on a group of people who lived in the time of the judges.  Who were the people involved and why was this book included in the Hebrew Scriptures?  What do you learn about Israel and the time between the occupation of the Promised Land and the Israeli monarchy?  Most importantly, this four lesson study will seek to understand the nature and character of God, so that the student can grow in their faith and see the eternal principles of God’s word that can be applied even today.

Suggested Study Format: The study provides a number of options for completing the lessons. The student could complete the observation questions followed by application questions, or complete the remainder of the lesson for an in-depth study. Students could also study only some of the portions of the in-depth lesson beyond the observation questions. When a group is meeting weekly to discuss the lessons, each student will benefit from the review discussion suggested by possibilities in the accompanying leader’s guide.