Ruth’s voice must have reflected some anxiety, prompting Boaz to reassure her: “Now, my daughter, do not be afraid. All that you say I shall do for you, for everyone in the gate of my people is aware that you are an excellent woman. ” ​ — Ruth 3: 11.
Ruti hääl oli ilmselt murelik, sest see ajendas Boast talle kinnitama: „Nüüd, mu tütar, ära karda; kõik, mida sa soovid, ma teen sulle, sest mu rahva väravas teab igaüks, et sa oled tubli naine! ”.