The Gershomites received the following: From the clan of the half-tribe of Manasseh they were given Golan in Bashan and also Ashtaroth, together with their pasturelands. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 6:71? 2. How does 1 Chronicles 6:71 highlight God's provision for the Levites' inheritance? 3. What significance do the cities of Golan and Ashtaroth hold for the Levites? 4. How can we ensure our church leaders are supported, as seen in 1 Chronicles 6:71? 5. What connections exist between 1 Chronicles 6:71 and God's promises to the tribes? 6. How can we apply the principle of inheritance to our spiritual responsibilities today? 7. What is the significance of 1 Chronicles 6:71 in the Levitical priesthood lineage? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 6:71 reflect the historical distribution of Levitical cities? 9. Why is the city of Golan mentioned in 1 Chronicles 6:71 important? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 6? 11. Why does 1 Chronicles 16 differ from 2 Samuel 6 in describing the Ark's journey and the people's offerings? 12. How can the genealogy in 1 Chronicles 6:1-15 be historically reliable if external archaeological sources do not confirm these priestly generations? 13. Why does 1 Chronicles 6:16-30 list names that differ from other biblical genealogies (compare Exodus 6:16-19), and how can these discrepancies be reconciled? 14. Why does 1 Chronicles 6:50-53 omit or alter certain names compared to other lists (compare Ezra 7:1-5), and what does this suggest about its trustworthiness? Discussion Questions 1. How does the allocation of cities and pasturelands to the Gershonites reflect God's provision for those who serve Him? Can you identify ways God has provided for you in your service to Him?2. What is the significance of cities of refuge like Golan in the context of justice and mercy? How does this concept relate to the refuge we find in Jesus Christ? 3. In what ways can we, as a Christian community, ensure that we are supporting and providing for one another's needs, similar to the shared responsibility seen in the distribution of land? 4. How does understanding our spiritual heritage and identity in Christ influence our daily lives and decisions? 5. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's provision or refuge in a challenging situation. How can this experience encourage others in your faith community?1. What role did genealogies play in the lives of the Israelites? 2. How does understanding the priestly lineage deepen your appreciation of biblical events? 3. What can you learn from the dedicated service of the Levites in today's context? 4. How does the concept of Cities of Refuge relate to our understanding of mercy and justice? 5. How do you see the role of the Levites mirrored in church leadership today? 6. In what ways can we create "cities of refuge" in our communities today? 7. The Levites had different roles (priests, musicians, gatekeepers). How does this speak to the diversity of gifts in the Body of Christ? 8. What lessons can be gleaned from the story of Jehozadak who was taken into exile? 9. What can we learn from the Israelite community's support and provision for the Levites? 10. How does the continuity of faith in the Levite lineage inspire you in your personal faith journey? 11. How does the responsibility of the High Priests compare to religious leaders today? 12. The duties of the Levites were integral to the Israelite religious practices. How can we ensure our duties in the church contribute to its overall function? 13. Why do you think God arranged for the Levites to live among the other tribes of Israel? 14. As believers, how can we contribute to the 'musical worship' in our communities, as Heman, Asaph, and Ethan did? 15. How can the sense of order and organization in the Levitical duties inspire us in our church ministries? 16. What can we infer about God's character through the designated roles of the Levites? 17. How does the idea of having cities of refuge apply to modern society's justice system? 18. How does the detail and precision in the genealogies of the Levites reflect on the importance of individual roles in God's plan? 19. How can we promote a culture of honor and respect for religious leaders, akin to the reverence shown to the Levites? 20. In what ways do the detailed genealogies show God's interest and care for each person and their role in His larger plan? Links 1 Chronicles 6:71 NIV1 Chronicles 6:71 NLT 1 Chronicles 6:71 ESV 1 Chronicles 6:71 NASB 1 Chronicles 6:71 KJV 1 Chronicles 6:71 Commentaries Bible Hub |



