When author Kelsey Osgood listens to the Book of Ruth on Shavuot, the biblical narrative has a special resonance for her. Osgood, like Ruth, is a convert to Judaism — and like her ancient ...

Beyond its being an inspiring story, The Book of Ruth can be enjoyed as a moving example of how tradition can grow. ‘BOAZ AND RUTH’ by Rembrandt, circa 1637-40. Through acts of kindness ...

The author of the Book of Ruth is unknown but could obviously not have been Samuel (contra Baba Bathra 14b).

In 2011, under the mentorship of Professor Susan Handelman, an emulated scholar and author, I submitted my MA thesis to Bar Ilan University. It’s title: “Performing Ruth: Dramatic Exegesis in ...

When author Kelsey Osgood listens to the Book of Ruth on Shavuot, the biblical narrative has a special resonance for her. Osgood, like Ruth, is a convert to Judaism — and like her ancient ...