Thus, not only is Ruth a rectification of the sin of the spies, but today she can serve as a rectification for the entire Ministry of Tourism. We have spoken many times about the rectifications needed in the Ministry of Tourism. There is an endless potential for spreading Judaism specifically there, perhaps more than in any other ministry.
According to what we have found, first of all, every tourist should receive the Book of Ruth—one of the smallest books in the Bible. There are many non-Jewish tourists who come here, but it is possible—and not just possible, but certain—that among the tourists, there are also many Ruths, sparks of Ruth. Therefore, every tourist, both male and female, should receive the Book of Ruth with our commentary. Perhaps we will merit this. Of course, it should be available in all languages to suit every tourist, from wherever they come.
(excerpted from a class given on Rosh Chodesh Tammuz 5776)
