So she went down to the threshing floor that night and followed the instructions of her mother-in-law.
Esther had not told anyone of her nationality and family background, because Mordecai had directed her not to do so.
“Honor your father and mother. Then you will live a long, full life in the land the Lord your God is giving you.
My child, listen when your father corrects you. Don’t neglect your mother’s instruction.
You are my friends if you do what I command.
But his mother told the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.”
“I will do everything you say,” Ruth replied.
After Boaz had finished eating and drinking and was in good spirits, he lay down at the far end of the pile of grain and went to sleep. Then Ruth came quietly, uncovered his feet, and lay down.