The book is primarily based on the story of Ruth and Naomi who encountered overwhelming challenges while they lived in Moab. Ruth inspires and motivates us to be resilient in the face of adversity. The manner in which she comported herself after the sudden death of her husband is a source of encouragement. Mention is also made of Abraham, Joseph, Moses, Nehemiah, Jephthah, Daniel, the three Hebrew boys, the Canaanite woman and the widow woman and...