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Ruth:
- The writer views Ruth as having been composed during the early monarchy (the reign of Solomon).
- During this time, questions concerning God’s presence and its manifestation in people’s lives were a common concern.
- The book offers historical and theological insights into Ruth.
- It contains eight chapters with discussion questions at the end of each chapter.
- Suitable for individual or group study.
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Esther:
- Esther is seen as finding its final form in the second century under the reign of Antiochus Epiphanes.
- This period was marked by severe oppression and persecution for the Jews.
- The book of Esther is set against the background of Jewish survival.
- Like Ruth, it provides historical and theological insights.
- Also includes eight chapters with discussion questions.
