Why do we read the Book of Ruth on Shavuot? This thought provoking exploration uncovers the deeper message behind Ruth's story, revealing how the struggle between kindness and self sufficiency shaped Jewish history. Discover the connection between Sodom, Moab, Ruth's remarkable conversion, and the giving of the Torah, and learn why true loving kindness must preserve human dignity if it is to unite people, heal divisions, and bring God's presence into the world.

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