Ezekiel 28:2
"Son of man, tell the ruler of Tyre that this is what the Lord GOD says: Your heart is proud, and you have said, 'I am a god; I sit in the seat of gods in the heart of the sea.' Yet you are a man and not a god, though you have regarded your heart as that of a god.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 28:2?

2. How does Ezekiel 28:2 warn against pride and self-exaltation before God?

3. What does "I am a god" reveal about the heart's deception?

4. How can we guard against pride similar to the "prince of Tyre"?

5. What scriptural connections highlight the dangers of pride in leadership roles?

6. How can we apply Ezekiel 28:2 to modern-day attitudes toward authority?

7. How does Ezekiel 28:2 challenge the concept of human pride and divinity?

8. Why is the Prince of Tyre compared to a god in Ezekiel 28:2?

9. What historical context supports the message in Ezekiel 28:2?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 28?

11. Why does Ezekiel 28:2 claim the ruler of Tyre said he was a god sitting on the throne of the seas, yet there is no archaeological record of such a bold claim?

12. Why does Ezekiel 28 present Tyre's prince or king with traits that mirror those of Adam or Satan, yet no clear explanation is given for this blending of identities?

13. What is the concept of Lucifer's Flood?

14. If Ezekiel 28:13 describes precious stones that heavily imply Eden, how does this align with the historical context of a Phoenician city-state?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the pride of the ruler of Tyre reflect attitudes we might encounter in today's world?

2. In what ways can we guard against the temptation to elevate ourselves above others or even God?

3. How does the account of the ruler of Tyre challenge us to examine our own hearts for pride?

4. What are some practical steps we can take to cultivate humility in our daily lives?

5. How can the lessons from Ezekiel 28:2 be applied to leadership roles within the church and community?1. What aspects of the Prince of Tyre's behavior led to his downfall?

2. How does Ezekiel's description of the King of Tyre parallel traditional views of Satan's fall?

3. What does the prophecy against Tyre teach about the dangers of pride and arrogance?

4. How might the Prince of Tyre's belief in his own divinity relate to modern forms of self-glorification?

5. Why does God decide to pass judgment against Sidon?

6. In what ways does the promise of restoration for Israel contrast with the judgment of Tyre and Sidon?

7. How can you apply the lessons of humility from this chapter in your daily life?

8. How can Ezekiel 28 serve as a reminder of God's sovereignty in a world that often glorifies self-sufficiency?

9. In what ways does the judgment of Tyre and Sidon illustrate God's fairness?

10. What can you learn from the comparison of the King of Tyre to a cherub in the Garden of Eden?

11. How does this chapter affect your understanding of God's justice?

12. Can you identify any modern parallels to the pride and downfall of the Prince and King of Tyre?

13. How does the promise of Israel's restoration provide hope in the face of judgment?

14. Why is it important to remember God's sovereignty in times of success and prosperity?

15. How can the church today heed the warnings found in Ezekiel 28?

16. How does the symbolism in this chapter deepen your understanding of God's character?

17. How might we guard against pride and self-deception in our own lives?

18. What can you learn about repentance and God's forgiveness from this chapter?

19. How does the concept of God "sanctifying Himself" in the sight of nations affect your understanding of His holiness?

20. What practical steps can we take to remember and honor God's sovereignty in our everyday life?

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