Boaz

Boaz, a respected man in Bethlehem, acted with generosity and integrity toward Ruth and ultimately fulfilled the role of kinsman-redeemer by marrying her and preserving the family line that would later lead to King David.

Male

Old Testament

Judges

Beginner

Why Study This Person?

Boaz’s life demonstrates how faithfulness, kindness, and obedience to God’s law can bring restoration to others. His story also reveals how God quietly works through everyday acts of righteousness to advance His larger redemptive plan.

Trace the Life of

Boaz

in Scripture

First Appearance

Ruth 2:1

Key Passage

Ruth 4:9-10

Boaz publicly redeems the property of Naomi's family and marries Ruth according to Israelite law. His action preserves the family line and demonstrates covenant faithfulness.

Christ Connection

Boaz redeems Ruth and becomes part of the lineage leading to David. His role as a kinsman-redeemer anticipates the greater redemption accomplished through Christ.

Final Appearance

Ruth 4:21

Ruth 2:8-12; Ruth 3:9-13; Matthew 1:5

Earlier passages show Boaz protecting and providing for Ruth during the harvest and agreeing to act as her kinsman-redeemer. The genealogy in Matthew later identifies Boaz as an ancestor of Jesus.

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Boaz

How to Study

This Person

As you read the passages connected to this person, look for patterns in how they respond to God and how their life fits into the larger story of Scripture.