How does the story of Ruth, a Moabite woman, challenge the conventional understanding of Israelite identity and demonstrate God's inclusive nature in the Old Testament?

A It emphasizes the importance of strict adherence to Jewish law, excluding foreigners. B It highlights the dangers of intermarriage with foreign women, as warned by Ezra. C It shows how loyalty and faith can transcend ethnic boundaries, leading to inclusion in God's redemptive plan and lineage of King David. D It demonstrates the superiority of Israelite culture over all other cultures.