Ezekiel 35:5
Because you harbored an ancient hatred and delivered the Israelites over to the sword in the time of their disaster at the final stage of their punishment,
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 35:5?

2. How does Ezekiel 35:5 illustrate the consequences of perpetual hatred and enmity?

3. What lessons can we learn about God's justice from Ezekiel 35:5?

4. How does Ezekiel 35:5 connect with Jesus' teachings on loving enemies?

5. In what ways can we avoid harboring "perpetual hatred" in our hearts today?

6. How can Ezekiel 35:5 guide us in promoting peace and reconciliation?

7. What is the historical context of Ezekiel 35:5?

8. How does Ezekiel 35:5 relate to God's judgment on Edom?

9. Why is perpetual enmity significant in Ezekiel 35:5?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 35?

11. If Ezekiel 35:5 describes Edom’s “perpetual hatred,” does historical record support such an unbroken hostility?

12. Does Ezekiel 35 conflict with other scriptures that suggest different fates or timelines for Edom?

13. In Ezekiel 5:11-12, how can we reconcile the promised devastating punishment (famine, sword, and scattering) with accounts from other biblical or secular sources?

14. Why would a just God, as portrayed in Ezekiel 35, enact collective punishment on entire generations of Edom?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the ancient hostility between Edom and Israel reflect the broader theme of sibling rivalry and reconciliation in the Bible?

2. In what ways can harboring long-term animosity affect our personal relationships and spiritual well-being?

3. How does God's judgment on Edom demonstrate His concern for justice and His protection of His people?

4. What lessons can we learn from Edom's failure to support Israel during their time of disaster, and how can we apply these lessons in our communities today?

5. How do the prophecies against Edom in Ezekiel and other books of the Bible encourage us to trust in God's ultimate plan for justice and restoration?1. How does Ezekiel 35 reflect on the theme of divine justice and retribution?

2. How does the prophecy against Mount Seir relate to the concept of "you reap what you sow"?

3. Why do you think the Edomites' enmity was referred to as "perpetual hatred"?

4. How does the concept of divine justice presented in this chapter align with other parts of the Bible?

5. How does God's wrath on Edom reflect His protective nature towards His chosen people?

6. In what ways do you see the consequences of enmity manifested in our world today?

7. How might the Edomites' assumption of seizing Israel and Judah's lands reflect a sense of entitlement? Can you see any parallels in today's society?

8. In what ways might we be guilty of rejoicing over the misfortunes of others, even subtly, and what consequences might that have?

9. How does Ezekiel 35 underscore the importance of heeding prophetic warnings?

10. Reflect on a time when you felt God's justice in your own life. What did that experience teach you?

11. How can you apply the lessons from Ezekiel 35 to promote peace and unity in your community?

12. How does this chapter illustrate the danger of harboring and acting on long-standing negative emotions?

13. How does God's promise to hear and see our struggles provide comfort in difficult times?

14. If you were in the position of the Edomites, what would you do differently?

15. How does God's response to the Edomites' actions challenge our understanding of His character?

16. What practical steps can we take to avoid the pitfalls of envy and hatred in our lives?

17. How can we ensure that our words and actions align with God's expectations, as revealed in this chapter?

18. How can the events of Ezekiel 35 guide us in standing up for those who are marginalized or oppressed today?

19. What does this chapter teach us about the relationship between actions and consequences, particularly in a spiritual context?

20. How can we lean on the lessons from Ezekiel 35 to seek and administer justice in our daily lives?

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