Rather, pull out for her some stalks from the bundles and leave them for her to gather. Do not rebuke her." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ruth 2:16? 2. How does Ruth 2:16 demonstrate God's provision through Boaz's generosity? 3. What does Boaz's instruction reveal about his character and faithfulness to God? 4. How can we emulate Boaz's kindness in our daily interactions with others? 5. Connect Ruth 2:16 with Proverbs 19:17 on generosity and God's blessings. 6. How does Ruth 2:16 encourage us to trust God's provision in difficult times? 7. What does Ruth 2:16 reveal about God's provision and care for the marginalized? 8. How does Ruth 2:16 illustrate the concept of grace in the Old Testament? 9. What cultural practices in ancient Israel are reflected in Ruth 2:16? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ruth 2? 11. What qualities define true friendship according to the Bible? 12. Why do we see God condemning Asa's alliance with a foreign ruler in 2 Chronicles 16:7, when similar alliances aren't rebuked elsewhere? 13. Why was Jehu the seer's message (2 Chronicles 19:2) not documented in other contemporary sources if it was crucial enough to confront a king? 14. In 2 Chronicles 25:16, what accounts for the rapid shift from listening to the prophet to threatening him, and is this abrupt change consistent with Amaziah's earlier deference to divine guidance? Discussion Questions 1. How does Boaz's treatment of Ruth in Ruth 2:16 reflect the character of God, and how can we emulate this in our own lives?2. In what ways does the account of Ruth and Boaz illustrate the concept of redemption, and how does this connect to the New Testament understanding of Christ as our Redeemer? 3. How can we apply the principle of gleaning, as seen in Ruth 2:16, to modern-day practices of caring for the poor and marginalized? 4. What does Ruth's example of faithfulness and hard work teach us about our approach to work and service in our communities? 5. How can we recognize and respond to divine appointments in our lives, similar to the encounter between Ruth and Boaz?1. Discuss how the concept of gleaning reflects God's care for the poor and marginalized. How can we apply this principle in today's society? 2. How does Ruth demonstrate humility in this chapter? What can we learn from her example? 3. What attributes does Boaz display that makes him a model of godly character? How can you emulate these attributes in your life? 4. How does Boaz's treatment of Ruth challenge societal norms of the time? Can you identify similar situations in the contemporary world? 5. How does the relationship between Ruth and Naomi evolve in this chapter? What does it say about their loyalty to each other? 6. How does God's providence appear in Ruth's life? Share a time when you've seen God's providence in your own life. 7. What can we infer about Ruth's character based on Boaz's servants' reports about her? 8. Discuss the significance of Naomi recognizing Boaz as a "kinsman-redeemer". What does this mean for their future? 9. How does Boaz reflect God's character in his treatment of Ruth? 10. How does Ruth's experience in the field influence her faith? 11. How does Ruth demonstrate courage and initiative in this chapter? 12. What role does kindness play in this chapter, and how does it affect the storyline? 13. Compare and contrast the reaction of Boaz's servants and Boaz himself upon learning about Ruth's identity. What does it tell you about their characters? 14. How is generosity displayed in this chapter? Discuss examples in your life where you have been a recipient or giver of such generosity. 15. How can you apply the principle of generosity seen in Boaz's actions to your life? 16. In what ways can you help the "Ruths" of our time - foreigners or marginalized individuals - in your community? 17. How can the interaction between Boaz and Ruth influence your approach to relationships and interactions with others? 18. What are some modern systems or practices that reflect the concept of gleaning? 19. How does Ruth’s commitment to hard work inspire you in your own tasks and responsibilities? 20. What aspects of Ruth and Boaz’s faithfulness to God and to others can you apply to your personal and professional relationships? Links Ruth 2:16 NIVRuth 2:16 NLT Ruth 2:16 ESV Ruth 2:16 NASB Ruth 2:16 KJV Ruth 2:16 Commentaries Bible Hub |



