journey on her own. Whatever motivated Ruth, it is clear that love and concern for Naomi were important factors in her decision. It is more difficult to ascertain what role the God of Israel played in her thinking at this stage. She showed knowledge of Naomi’s God and referred to him as “the LORD” (YHWH), and she was prepared to declare that “your God will be my God.” Although this does not amount to a declaration of personal faith, it does highlight that leaving behind the god of Moab was not problematic