Moabite Misgivings: Did Ruth Regress?!

Megillas Ruth with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

Jun 06 2017 | 01:07:11

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Show Notes

Megillat Rut in Depth: Chapter 2, Lesson 10 (PT 18) Moabite Misgivings! In the final verses of chapter two, the righteous Ruth is suddenly again entitled Moabite. Is this indicative of moral regression, and why did she change key details in recounting Boaz’s generous offer? This class richly illustrates realistic virtues of character development and highlights the true meaning of ‘relationship integrity.’

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