Boaz settles the matter of redemption in Ruth 4. In a legal action, he redeems Ruth and Naomi, thus providing permanent rest, protection, and love for Ruth. This act of redemption for Ruth is only a foretaste, a beautiful picture of the permanent redemption God's people find by faith in Jesus Christ. Devotionables #390: Ruth 4:7-12 Redemption Ruth: The Loving Providence of God