And Jehu rested with his fathers and was buried in Samaria, and his son Jehoahaz reigned in his place. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 10:35? 2. How does Jehu's reign in 2 Kings 10:35 reflect God's judgment on idolatry? 3. What lessons can we learn from Jehu's leadership and its impact on Israel? 4. How does Jehu's burial in Samaria connect to God's promises to Israel's kings? 5. In what ways can we apply Jehu's zeal for God in our lives today? 6. How does 2 Kings 10:35 illustrate the consequences of partial obedience to God's commands? 7. What is the significance of Jehu's burial in 2 Kings 10:35 for biblical history? 8. How does Jehu's reign reflect God's judgment and justice in 2 Kings 10:35? 9. Why is Jehu's burial mentioned in 2 Kings 10:35, and what does it symbolize? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 10? 11. Who was King Zechariah in the Bible? 12. 2 Kings 13:1–9 – Is there extrabiblical or archaeological evidence that confirms Jehoahaz’s reign, or does the absence of such data cast doubt on the historicity of this passage? 13. 2 Kings 15:12 references a prophecy fulfilled through Jehu's dynasty--how do we address claims that the text was written or edited post-event to appear prophetic? 14. Jeremiah 19:2 -- Where is the archaeological or historical evidence that child sacrifice actually took place in the Valley of Hinnom as described here? Discussion Questions 1. How does Jehu's life and reign reflect both obedience and disobedience to God's commands, and what can we learn from this duality?2. In what ways does the burial of Jehu in Samaria signify both honor and the complexity of his legacy? 3. How can we apply the lessons from Jehu's transition of power to our own lives, particularly in terms of leadership and legacy? 4. What are the potential consequences of zeal without wisdom, as seen in Jehu's actions, and how can we ensure our zeal aligns with God's will? 5. How does the account of Jehu and Jehoahaz encourage us to consider the long-term impact of our actions on future generations?1. How do you reconcile the violence Jehu uses to fulfill God's prophecy with the concept of a loving and merciful God? 2. Why do you think Jehu chose to destroy Baal worship in such a deceitful manner? Was it necessary? 3. How does Jehu's selective obedience to God's commands reflect our personal struggles with sin and obedience today? 4. What parallels can you draw between the idolatry of Baal and modern-day idolatries? How can we actively "purge" these from our lives? 5. Why do you think Jehu failed to fully rid Israel of its idolatrous practices? What kept him from complete obedience? 6. How does Jehu's life reflect the adage "the end justifies the means"? Do you agree with this in the context of his actions? 7. What lessons can we learn from the officials of Jezreel who complied with Jehu's request? 8. How can we, in our modern society, stand up against societal "Baals" that are contrary to God's commands? 9. Jehu's zeal was initially applauded but later condemned. Discuss how zeal can be both positive and negative in a spiritual journey. 10. In what ways can the church today work towards rooting out modern-day 'Baal worship' within its ranks? 11. What are the potential dangers of political alliances in religious contexts, as seen in Jehu's alliance with Jehonadab? 12. How does Jehu's partial obedience reflect the importance of total commitment to God's instructions in our lives today? 13. Reflect on the passage's statement that Jehu "did not turn away from the sins of Jeroboam". Why is it so challenging to break free from longstanding sins? 14. How do the actions of Jehu teach us about the repercussions of half-hearted obedience to God's instructions? 15. Compare and contrast Jehu’s leadership with the leadership of a current public figure. What similarities and differences do you see? 16. How does the narrative of Jehu’s actions in 2 Kings 10 encourage personal introspection? 17. How does the concept of divine retribution portrayed in 2 Kings 10 resonate with contemporary Christian beliefs? 18. How can we ensure that our zeal for God does not lead to misinterpretation or misuse of His instructions? 19. Discuss the responsibility that comes with leadership roles in the context of Jehu's kingship. 20. How should we respond when we, like Jehu, fall short of complete obedience to God's commands? Links 2 Kings 10:35 NIV2 Kings 10:35 NLT 2 Kings 10:35 ESV 2 Kings 10:35 NASB 2 Kings 10:35 KJV 2 Kings 10:35 Commentaries Bible Hub |



