Ruth, a young Moabite woman, marries Mahlon the Judean, who believes in a merciful God. When he dies, she leaves her own culture to be with her mother-in-law, Naomi. They journey to Judea where Ruth faces hostility as a stranger. She wins the hearts of two powerful men, Boaz and Tob, who vie for her affections, but Ruth's first loyalties are to Naomi and her faith. Starring Peggy Wood and Stuart Whitmann. Not Rated. Approx. 135 minutes.

The Bible makes no mention of the child Ruth serving in a pagan temple as portrayed in the movie though it is not unthinkable. Otherwise, the movie follows the story fairly well. This film is a good overview of the story of Ruth. ( )

NO OF PAGES: 0 SUB CAT I: Children's Resources SUB CAT II: Bible Stories SUB CAT III: DESCRIPTION: The Story of Ruth is an enduring tale of spiritual love and personal loyalty the entire family will enjoy. The director took liberal measures with the story line.NOTES: SUBTITLE: