In The Book Of Ruth We Meet Not Only Ruth Herself But Other Significant Players Who Populate The Drama: Naomi, Elimelech, Mahlon, Kilion, Orpah And Boaz. In Addition There Are A Whole Host Of Unnamed Kinsmen, Reapers, Elders, Neighbors. Like Us, Each Of These Characters In Their Own Way Needs The Redeemer Who Is Foreshadowed Here.