Poetry. "RUTH'S SKIRTS is an inspired, captivating work. It exposes the artificiality of the borders between poetry and prose, between poet and activist. Kathy Engel gives us writing that is sensual, compassionate, that penetrates the soul and explores the critical questions of what it means to be human." - Alexis De Veaux
Wanted: Women with religious upbringing, high morals, and a strong sense of adventure, willing to marry decent, God-fearing men. Applicants may apply by mail. Must allow at least two months for an answer. Spunky, young Ruth Priggish is on the run from a seventy-year-old suitor. Faced with the prospect of marriage to the persistent old codger, Ruth throws caution to the wind and decides to head for Wyoming Territory, where freedom and independence await. Her only hope is to seek help from an unwilling protector: Dylan McCall. U.S. Marshal Dylan McCall is trying desperately to get to Wyoming before winter sets in. But when he finds himself saddled with a stubborn spitfire who won't take no for an answer, his job--and his heart--are at stake.
A wide-ranging exploration of the story of Ruth, a foreigner who became the founding mother of the Davidic dynasty “A virtuoso exploration of the Book of Ruth as an admirable touchstone in the realms of literature, art, and human values. Ilana Pardes foregrounds the timeless emergency of migrants and refugees with compassion and depth.”—Galit Hasan-Rokem, author of Web of Life The biblical Ruth has inspired numerous readers from diverse cultural backgrounds across many centuries. In this insightful volume, Ilana Pardes invites us to marvel at the ever-changing perspectives on Ruth’s foreignness. She explores the rabbis’ lauding of Ruth as an exemplary convert, and the Zohar’s insistence that Ruth’s Moabite background is vital to her redemptive powers. In moving to early modern French art, she looks at pastoral paintings in which Ruth becomes a local gleaner, holding sheaves in her hands. Pardes concludes with contemporary adaptations in literature, photography, and film in which Ruth is admired for being a paradigmatic migrant woman. Ruth’s afterlives not only reveal much about their own times, but also shine new light upon this remarkable ancient tale and point to its enduring significance. In our own era of widespread migration and dislocation, Ruth remains as relevant as ever.
Love at First Stitch gives you all the know-how you need to start making the dresses of your dreams. Written for novice stitchers, Tilly Walnes demystifies dressmaking for the generations that have never been taught to sew. This book presents the core sewing basics in an informal style, with Tilly's friendly and encouraging voice cheering the reader on throughout.
The book of Ruth is a story of love, kindness, loyalty, reliability, integrity, trust, and faith in God and care for the well-being of others. The main characters in the book, Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz, demonstrated these sublime qualities. Though the book deals with ordinary people and ordinary matters of life, it deals with them in such a way as to show that God is active in the affairs of men. He works His purpose out in the lives of individuals, families, and communities and blesses them that trust Him. There are nine chapters in the book. Chapter 1 is the introduction while chapters 2 to 6 are verse-by-verse analysis of the biblical text of the book of Ruth. Chapter 7 discusses lessons that can be learnt from the book while chapter 8 focuses on mother-and-daughter-in-law relationship. Chapter 9 is on the theme "God can use anyone." The book is an invaluable guide for in-law's relationship and an ideal wedding present. There is something in the book for everybody. This book is sent out in the prayerful wish that it will have a positive influence in the lives of all who read it.
It is easy to overlook the short Old Testament book of Ruth. But it was written by the Prophet Samuel, and it actually contains some of the most inspiring prophecy in the Bible! The story of this exceptional woman is filled with lessons that can help God’s people today prepare for the most exalted calling that God offers to human beings: the opportunity to be the very Bride of Jesus Christ!