Ezekiel 21:21
For the king of Babylon stands at the fork in the road, at the junction of the two roads, to seek an omen: He shakes the arrows, he consults the idols, he examines the liver.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 21:21?

2. How does Ezekiel 21:21 illustrate God's sovereignty over pagan practices?

3. What can we learn from the king's use of divination in Ezekiel 21:21?

4. How does Ezekiel 21:21 connect with God's warnings in Deuteronomy 18:10-12?

5. How should Christians respond to modern forms of divination and superstition?

6. What does Ezekiel 21:21 teach about seeking God's guidance over worldly methods?

7. How does Ezekiel 21:21 reflect ancient divination practices?

8. Why does God allow divination in Ezekiel 21:21?

9. What is the significance of the king of Babylon's actions in Ezekiel 21:21?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 21?

11. Does the divination method described in Ezekiel 21:21 have any verified historical or archaeological basis in Babylonian practices?

12. What are teraphim?

13. In Genesis 31:19, what historical evidence supports the existence or importance of household gods (teraphim), and how does it reconcile with monotheism?

14. In Ezekiel 21:3-4, how can God threaten to destroy both the righteous and the wicked without contradicting other texts that portray Him as just?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the practice of casting lots with arrows reflect the king of Babylon's reliance on human methods rather than divine guidance?

2. In what ways can believers today be tempted to "consult idols" or rely on worldly wisdom instead of seeking God’s direction?

3. How does the concept of divine sovereignty in decision-making challenge or comfort you in your current life situation?

4. Reflect on a time when you faced a "fork in the road." How did you seek God’s guidance, and what was the outcome?

5. How can the lessons from Ezekiel 21:21 be applied to enhance your prayer life and decision-making process? Consider connections to other scriptures that emphasize seeking God’s wisdom.1. How does the symbolism of the sword in Ezekiel 21 deepen your understanding of God's judgment?

2. What is the significance of God's judgment being directed at both Israel and its neighbors?

3. How does the prophecy against Zedekiah foreshadow the coming of Christ?

4. How might the inhabitants of Jerusalem have felt hearing Ezekiel's prophecy, and how does this reflect on the state of our world today?

5. How do you reconcile the image of a wrathful God in Ezekiel 21 with the image of a loving God?

6. In what ways can the symbolism used in Ezekiel 21 be related to the trials we face in our personal lives?

7. What lessons can we take from the Israelites' disobedience and subsequent punishment?

8. How do the prophecies of Ezekiel 21 demonstrate God's sovereignty over all nations?

9. How do you respond when you encounter passages in the Bible, like Ezekiel 21, that deal with God's judgment?

10. In light of Ezekiel's prophecies, how can we better understand the consequences of straying from God's commandments?

11. In what ways can Ezekiel 21 challenge or affirm your understanding of God's character and His ways?

12. What can we learn about prophecy and its role in the life of a believer from Ezekiel 21?

13. How might the hope of the 'one to whom it rightfully belongs' in verse 27 inspire us amidst trials and tribulations today?

14. How does the unfolding of the prophecy against the Ammonites challenge the false visions and divinations they held?

15. How can we apply the lessons from Ezekiel 21 in navigating false teachings in our current society?

16. In what ways does Ezekiel's role as a prophet inspire you in your personal spiritual walk?

17. How does the portrayal of God's judgement against sin in Ezekiel 21 relate to modern-day issues?

18. What parallels can you draw between the leadership of Zedekiah and some of the leaders in our world today?

19. How does the prophecy in Ezekiel 21 affirm the importance of obedience to God's will?

20. What practical steps can we take to ensure we remain faithful to God's commands, as taught by the dire warnings in Ezekiel 21?

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