In Rus the Moavite: Loyalty and Royalty (Part 2), the episode continues with Noami and Rus’s arrival in Beis Lechem at the start of the barley harvest. The podcast explains the significance of the Omer offering and how the agricultural cycle shaped daily life. We see the poverty of Noami and Rus as they return home with nothing, prompting Rus to step forward with a plan to gather leftover grain from the fields. The laws of Leket, Shichacha, and Peah are introduced, giving deeper context to Rus’s decision to collect what was left behind for the poor.The story then shifts to the field itself, where Rus’s humility and modest behavior stand out. Her quiet dignity quickly draws attention when Boaz, a respected leader in Beis Lechem, arrives and inquires about her. After investigating her background, Boaz is impressed by Rus’s loyalty and character. Their first conversation unfolds with kindness and generosity, culminating in Boaz inviting Rus to join him for a meal—an invitation that marks the beginning of a powerful bond and the next step in Rus’s path from poverty to royalty.

00:00 - Intro and Recap

01:11 - Noami and Rus Arriving in Beis Lechem

01:36 - Understanding the Omer Harvesting and Sacrifice

10:16 - Noami and Rus arrive to their house, penniless

13:25 - Rus's plan for collecting in the field

14:34 - Understanding Leket, Shichacha, and Peah

17:13 - Rus and Collecting Leket

20:52 - Rus's Modesty

22:35 - Boaz Arrives at the Field

25:30 - Boaz investigates Rus

35:26 - Boaz Talks with Rus

46:32 - Boaz Invites Rus to Eat