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The Story of Ruth

19602h 12mHenry Koster
IMDb 6.7
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"All The Spectacle Of Heathen Idolatry, Human Sacrifice, Pagan Revels - All The Beauty Of One Of The Bible's Timeless Love Stories!"

Ruth is one of two Moabite women who marry the sons of Elimelech and Naomi. When Elimelech and sons Mahlon and Chillion die, leaving Naomi a widow with two widowed daughters-in-law, Naomi decides to return to Israel. One daughter-in-law, Orpah, bids her goodbye. Daughter-in-law Ruth however says she will not desert her.

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ChristianityBiblePriestessOld Testament

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What is The Story of Ruth (1960) about?

Ruth is one of two Moabite women who marry the sons of Elimelech and Naomi. When Elimelech and sons Mahlon and Chillion die, leaving Naomi a widow with two widowed daughters-in-law, Naomi decides to return to Israel. One daughter-in-law, Orpah, bids her goodbye. Daughter-in-law Ruth however says she will not desert her.

Who stars in The Story of Ruth?

The Story of Ruth stars Elana Eden (Ruth), Stuart Whitman (Boaz), Tom Tryon (Mahlon), Peggy Wood (Naomi), Viveca Lindfors (Eleilat). The film was directed by Henry Koster.

How long is The Story of Ruth?

The Story of Ruth has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1960.

Is The Story of Ruth worth watching?

The Story of Ruth holds an IMDb rating of 6.7/10. Fans of Drama, History are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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