She replied, “Wait, my daughter, until you learn how the matter turns out, for the man will not rest but will settle the matter today.” Now Boaz had gone up to the gate and sat down there. And behold, the redeemer, of whom Boaz had spoken, came by. So Boaz said, “Turn aside, friend; sit down here.” And he turned aside and sat down. - Ruth 3:18-4:1 (ESV) Reflection In the book of Ruth's story Boaz serves as her advocate. Even though both Naomi and Ruth desired and worked towards such an end, they could not have … [Read more...] about Ruth: Advocating God’s Mercy (Scholar’s Compass)