2 Chronicles 2:18
Solomon made 70,000 of them porters, 80,000 stonecutters in the mountains, and 3,600 supervisors.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 2:18?

2. How does 2 Chronicles 2:18 demonstrate the importance of organized labor for God’s work?

3. What can we learn about leadership from Solomon's delegation in 2 Chronicles 2:18?

4. How does 2 Chronicles 2:18 connect with the building of the Tabernacle in Exodus?

5. In what ways can we apply Solomon's planning in 2 Chronicles 2:18 today?

6. How does "numbered them" in 2 Chronicles 2:18 reflect God's order and purpose?

7. How does 2 Chronicles 2:18 reflect the organization of labor in Solomon's temple construction?

8. What does 2 Chronicles 2:18 reveal about the socio-economic structure of ancient Israel?

9. Why were foreigners specifically chosen for labor in 2 Chronicles 2:18?

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

11. In 2 Chronicles 2:2, is the workforce of 70,000 laborers and 80,000 stonecutters feasible given ancient population estimates?

12. In 2 Chronicles 35:18, why does the text claim no Passover like Josiah's had been celebrated 'since the days of Samuel,' seemingly ignoring the grand Passover of Hezekiah in 2 Chronicles 30?

13. In 2 Chronicles 18:21-22, how can an all-truthful God justly send a lying spirit to deceive Ahab?

14. How do we reconcile the discrepant figures between 2 Samuel 10:18 and 1 Chronicles 19:18 regarding the number of charioteers and horsemen defeated by David?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Solomon's organization of laborers reflect the importance of planning in our spiritual and daily lives?

2. In what ways can we identify and utilize our unique gifts and roles within the body of Christ, similar to the diverse roles in Solomon's workforce?

3. What lessons can we learn from the role of supervisors in this passage about leadership and accountability in our own communities?

4. How can we apply the principle of commitment to excellence in our personal walk with God and in our service to others?

5. How does the concept of diverse roles in Solomon's workforce connect with Paul's teaching on spiritual gifts in the New Testament?1. How does Solomon’s meticulous planning reflect his devotion to God?

2. How would you interpret the significance of Solomon's letter to Hiram in today's context of global collaboration?

3. How might you apply Solomon's strategy for resource allocation in your personal or professional life?

4. How does King Hiram's response reflect a sense of unity and shared faith?

5. What can we learn about communication from the correspondence between Solomon and Hiram?

6. What does Huram-Abi's role tell us about the importance of skilled labor in achieving divine plans?

7. How does Solomon demonstrate leadership and wisdom in his preparation to build the Temple?

8. In what ways does this chapter reflect the theme of preparation?

9. In our modern society, how can we manifest the same level of dedication to God's work as Solomon displayed?

10. How can Solomon’s request for help from Hiram inform how we ask for assistance in our own lives?

11. What are the potential implications of Solomon involving foreigners in the construction of the Temple?

12. What can we learn about the value of different skills and expertise from Solomon’s workforce allocation?

13. How does Solomon's wisdom in this chapter inspire you in your daily life?

14. How do you interpret the exchange of goods between Solomon and Hiram in today’s economy?

15. How can we apply the lessons learned from Solomon's temple preparations to our own spiritual preparations?

16. How does the agreement between Solomon and Hiram demonstrate the importance of mutual respect and cooperation in accomplishing goals?

17. How can we take lessons from Solomon's respect for craftsmanship in our daily lives?

18. What can we learn from Solomon about turning vision into reality?

19. How can we model Solomon's approach to work in our own dedication to our jobs, studies, or other tasks?

20. How can the collaboration between Solomon and Hiram inspire unity and cooperation in modern society?

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