2 Kings 11:16
So they seized Athaliah as she reached the horses' entrance to the palace grounds, and there she was put to death.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 11:16?

2. How does 2 Kings 11:16 demonstrate God's justice against idolatry and wickedness?

3. What role does Jehoiada play in fulfilling God's plan in 2 Kings 11?

4. How can we ensure our actions align with God's will, like Jehoiada's?

5. What lessons from 2 Kings 11:16 apply to confronting evil in today's world?

6. How does 2 Kings 11 connect to God's covenant promises to David's lineage?

7. Why was Athaliah executed outside the temple in 2 Kings 11:16?

8. How does 2 Kings 11:16 reflect God's justice in the Old Testament?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Kings 11:16?

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

11. 2 Kings 11:12: How credible is the sudden public coronation of Joash without Athaliah's prior knowledge?

12. 2 Kings 11:1: How could Athaliah have overlooked or failed to find Joash if she was determined to kill all royal heirs?

13. (2 Samuel 16:10-12) Does David's acceptance of Shimei's cursing contradict other texts where blasphemy or cursing of God's anointed is forbidden?

14. In 2 Samuel 11:2-5, is Bathsheba's rooftop bathing a plausible historical scenario or a narrative device?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the account of Athaliah's downfall illustrate the consequences of idolatry and turning away from God?

2. In what ways does Jehoiada's leadership reflect the qualities of a godly leader, and how can we apply these qualities in our own lives?

3. How does the execution of Athaliah demonstrate God's justice, and what other biblical examples can you find that illustrate this principle?

4. What does the restoration of the Davidic line through Joash teach us about God's faithfulness to His promises?

5. How can we ensure accountability and transparency in our own spheres of influence, drawing lessons from the public nature of Athaliah's execution?1. How does Jehosheba's courage inspire you in the face of your own challenges?

2. Compare Athaliah's and Jehoiada's leadership styles. How can these be related to today's political and social leadership contexts?

3. How does the concept of divine justice manifest in this chapter, particularly in Athaliah's downfall?

4. In what ways does the story of Joash's survival reflect the preservation of the Davidic line and ultimately, the lineage of Jesus Christ?

5. How can we relate the destruction of Baal worship and the restoration of the worship of the LORD to our personal spiritual lives?

6. How does Jehoiada's role in this chapter reflect the importance of religious figures in political matters? How can we see this in today's world?

7. Why was it significant that Joash was hidden in the temple? What symbolism can you draw from this?

8. In your life, how can you emulate Jehoiada's sense of duty and commitment to what is right?

9. What does this chapter teach about the importance of having the right people in power?

10. How does this chapter show that God is ultimately in control, even when it seems that evil is reigning?

11. How can you apply Jehosheba's and Jehoiada's selflessness in your personal life or community?

12. Discuss the importance of making covenants in today's religious and social contexts, drawing from Jehoiada's covenant with the LORD, the king, and the people.

13. How does Joash's crowning ceremony relate to the concept of 'rightful kingship' in a divine sense?

14. In what ways does this chapter teach us to handle power and authority responsibly?

15. How can this chapter be used as a tool to reflect on political corruption and social justice issues in our present day?

16. Discuss the significance of the phrase "Treason! Treason!" from Athaliah in today's context.

17. How can we ensure the preservation of truth and justice in our societies, akin to Jehoiada's preservation of the Davidic line?

18. What lessons can we learn from the public reaction to Joash's coronation?

19. What are some modern-day 'Baals' in our societies, and how can we work towards their elimination?

20. How does the peace in Jerusalem after Joash's coronation inspire hope for resolution in the midst of our own societal or personal conflicts?

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