Ruth 2:7

She said, I pray you, &c. She did not boldly intrude herself, but modestly ask leave of us. Till now She is not retired through idleness, for she hath been diligent and constant in her labours. The house In the little house or tent, which was set up in the fields at these times, and was necessary in those hot countries, where the labourers might retire for a little repose or repast. Being weary with her continued labours, she comes hither to take a little rest.