The Genealogical Ending of the Book of Ruth and the Future Hope of Israel’s Kingship 4 The concluding verses of the Book of Ruth (Ruth 4:18–22) contain a short genealogy that traces a family line from Perez to King David. At first glance, this list of names may appear to … Continue reading How does the genealogical ending of the Book of Ruth in chapter 4 point to the future hope of Israel’s kingship?