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Judges covers a dark time in Israel’s history, and the narrative often leaves the reader shocked at the actions of God’s people. In spite of Israel’s unfaithfulness, God remains faithful. He, not the leaders he raises up, is the hero of the story. Way helps the reader understand this perplexing text, using two interpretive questions: What is wrong with this picture? Where is God in this story? ...

to Ruth). Footwear like sandals was symbolic for ownership and dominion in the biblical world (cf. Deut. 25:9–10; Pss. 60:8; 108:9).19 By removing and passing his sandal to Boaz in 4:7–8, the kinsman legally relinquishes his right to tread on the designated piece of land.20
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