When I read the chapter I was reminded of this story because I had taught about Ruth in a Sunday school class the past year. I remembered her as a strong woman, very determined. The first chapter had me thinking about women and their role in bible times. How would it be to have your identity rely soley on your husband? Ruth became a widow so she had to leave her home and travel back to her family so someone could care or her. I don't think I would have faired very well in bible times.
My husband will tell you that I am pretty determined and strong willed. I couldn't imagine have my whole identity wrapped up in my husband. Yes I love him and we have a great marriage but we are individuals with our own lives. I wouldn't want it any other way.
I give the women of bible times a lot of credit I don't think I would have been very popular back then.
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