2 Chronicles 11:21
Rehoboam loved Maacah daughter of Absalom more than all his wives and concubines. In all, he had eighteen wives and sixty concubines, and he was the father of twenty-eight sons and sixty daughters.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 11:21?

2. How does Rehoboam's favoritism in 2 Chronicles 11:21 affect family dynamics today?

3. What lessons can we learn from Rehoboam's actions in 2 Chronicles 11:21?

4. How does Rehoboam's behavior compare to biblical teachings on marriage and family?

5. What scriptural principles counteract favoritism seen in 2 Chronicles 11:21?

6. How can we apply Rehoboam's story to leadership roles in our lives?

7. Why did Rehoboam love Maacah more than his other wives and concubines in 2 Chronicles 11:21?

8. How does 2 Chronicles 11:21 reflect the cultural norms of polygamy in ancient Israel?

9. What theological implications arise from Rehoboam's favoritism in 2 Chronicles 11:21?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 11?

11. 2 Chronicles 11 portrays Rehoboam as a strong central authority; how do we address the inconsistencies when comparing his strength here with his weaker portrayal in other biblical passages?

12. Ecclesiastes 6:3 – How is it feasible for one man to have a hundred children in ancient times, given historical and demographic realities?

13. What was King Abijah's mother's name: Michaiah (2 Chronicles 13:2) or Maachah (2 Chronicles 11:20), given Absalom's only daughter was Tamar (2 Samuel 14:27)?

14. How could Elijah send a letter to Jehoram (2 Chronicles 21:12) if Elijah had already been taken up into heaven according to 2 Kings 2:11?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Rehoboam's favoritism towards Maacah reflect in his leadership and family dynamics, and what can we learn from this about the impact of favoritism in our own lives?

2. Considering the warnings in Deuteronomy 17:17, what are the potential spiritual dangers of ignoring God's commands, and how can we apply this to modern-day temptations?

3. In what ways can our family backgrounds influence our decisions, and how can we ensure that we are making choices aligned with God's will?

4. How does the practice of polygamy in the Old Testament contrast with the biblical ideal of marriage, and what lessons can we draw for contemporary relationships?

5. Reflect on a time when you faced a decision that required obedience to God's Word. What was the outcome, and how did it affect your faith journey?1. In what ways does Rehoboam's response to the message from Shemaiah in verses 1-4 demonstrate humility and obedience?

2. How can the division of the kingdom be seen as a consequence of Solomon’s disobedience in his later years?

3. What does Rehoboam’s fortification of cities tell us about his leadership style and priorities?

4. Analyze the exodus of Levites. How does this event reflect on the principles of religious freedom?

5. How does Rehoboam's family life reflect his wisdom or lack thereof?

6. Discuss the implications of the phrase "this is from me" as stated by God in verse 4. How does this relate to our understanding of divine will?

7. How can the Levites' move to Jerusalem be seen as a form of spiritual resistance against Jeroboam's idolatry?

8. What lessons can we learn from the division of the kingdom about the consequences of disobedience to God?

9. How does Rehoboam's strategy of fortifying cities parallel the spiritual principle of safeguarding one's faith?

10. In what ways does the division within the kingdom of Israel affect their collective spiritual health?

11. How does the disobedience of Jeroboam and the Israelites contrast with the obedience of Rehoboam and the people of Judah?

12. Discuss the wisdom or folly in Rehoboam's decision to disperse his sons throughout the fortified cities.

13. How does the Levites' exodus from Israel symbolize standing up for one's beliefs in today's world?

14. How can we apply the lessons from Rehoboam’s reaction to the prophecy in our own response to divine guidance in our lives?

15. How does the division and unrest in the kingdom of Israel reflect in today's political and social environments?

16. How can Rehoboam's approach to preparing his kingdom against threats be applied in our lives when preparing for spiritual warfare?

17. In what ways does Rehoboam's family arrangement reflect the complexities of familial relationships and responsibilities?

18. How can the exodus of Levites inspire us to maintain our faith in the face of societal pressure to conform?

19. Discuss how we can learn from the division between Judah and Israel to prevent divisions within our own communities and families.

20. How can we apply the message of obedience and faithfulness from this chapter in our daily lives?

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