Yair Zakovitch

(Re)reading Ruth

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Tooman, a sensitive reader of the ancient text, draws our attention to the book of Ruth’s literary characteristics—to questions of structure, repetitions, name etymologies, and especially, surprising allusions to other biblical texts as well as analogies found in other genres, including law, prophecy, and wisdom. The book is a wonderful guide for approaching any biblical narrative. Tooman’s knowledgeable reading demonstrates the need for mastering biblical Hebrew in order to truly appreciate the Hebrew Bible in all its wonders.”