This story can be found in the book of Ruth, and tells the story of Ruth's journey with Naomi.
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Page 1 After Mahlon and Chilion had died, Naomi, Orpah and Ruth went on a long journey to Judah, Naomi's old home. colour this page |
Page 2 On the way, Naomi looked sadly at Ruth and Orpah and said, "I shouldn't be taking you to my country. You should go back to your own families. They will find new husbands for you both". colour this page |
Page 3 Orpah went back to her family, but Ruth stayed with Naomi. When they reached Judah, all Naomi's friends and relations hurried out to greet them. colour this page |
Page 4 It was harvest time, so Ruth went into the fields to gather grain for bread. Boaz, the owner, saw her. The workers told him all about Ruth and how she wouldn't leave Naomi's side. colour this page |
Page 5 Boaz decided to marry Ruth, so he gathered the ten leaders of the town to tell them. colour this page |
Page 6 Ruth and Boaz were married and they took Naomi to live with them in their new home. colour this page |