How to Really Make America Great Again: Lessons about Selflessness from the Book of Ruth

摘要

America is in crisis and appears to have lost its moral compass, and citizens have lost confidence in its major institutions and power sources. This paper examines the Book of Ruth and shows that there are many powerful lessons for our society contained in it. One key lesson is the importance of selfless, altruistic kindness, especially on the part of leaders. It also has a powerful message about xenophobia. Other lessons that can be derived from this story are discussed.