a sinful act, or presumptuous boldness, but an act of faith in the man, Boaz. She merely reminds him of his duty as a kinsman. That Boaz recognizes it as such is seen from his reaction. There in the darkness of the threshingfloor he speaks tenderly to her and assures her of his love for her, and promises, that come the morning, he will immediately take steps to redeem both Naomi’s inheritance and Ruth’s widowhood. Listen to his kind words at midnight: And now, my daughter, fear not; I will do to