"This is what the Lord GOD says: 'The gate of the inner court that faces east must be kept shut during the six days of work, but on the Sabbath day and on the day of the New Moon it shall be opened. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 46:1? 2. How does Ezekiel 46:1 emphasize the significance of the Sabbath in worship? 3. What does the "closed six working days" symbolize in our daily lives? 4. How can we honor the Sabbath as described in Ezekiel 46:1 today? 5. How does Ezekiel 46:1 connect with the Fourth Commandment in Exodus 20:8-11? 6. What practical steps can we take to keep the Sabbath holy in modern times? 7. Why is the east gate closed on the six working days in Ezekiel 46:1? 8. What is the significance of the east gate being open on the Sabbath in Ezekiel 46:1? 9. How does Ezekiel 46:1 reflect the importance of the Sabbath in biblical times? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 46? 11. Ezekiel 46:1–2 describes a gate that remains shut during the six working days but opens on the Sabbath; how could such consistent timing be maintained with ancient technology and calendars? 12. The entire vision of Ezekiel 46 describes a seemingly ideal temple setup; if it was truly God-ordained, why is there no record of it being constructed either in biblical or extra-biblical sources? 13. Why is Jerusalem's Eastern Gate significant? 14. Could Ezekiel 9 be interpreted as a purely symbolic vision rather than a literal event, and if so, why include graphic details? Discussion Questions 1. How does the concept of the Sabbath in Ezekiel 46:1 relate to the creation account in Genesis, and what does this teach us about the importance of rest?2. In what ways can the symbolism of the east gate facing the rising sun inspire our daily walk with God? 3. How can Christians today observe the principle of the Sabbath in a way that honors God and provides spiritual renewal? 4. What does the opening of the east gate on specific days teach us about God's design for worship and sacred time? 5. How does the anticipation of the gate opening relate to the New Testament teachings on Christ's return and the believer's hope?1. What does Ezekiel 46 tell us about God's character? 2. How can the rules about Sabbath and New Moon observance apply to our modern observance of rest and worship? 3. How do the detailed instructions for sacrifices reflect on the seriousness of worship? 4. How does the prince's role in the worship mirror Christ's role in Christian worship? 5. What does the prince's duty to provide fair inheritance teach us about leadership and justice? 6. In what ways can the regulations for the prince's inheritance be applied to modern discussions about wealth and social responsibility? 7. How does the emphasis on fair stewardship in this chapter influence your understanding of responsible leadership? 8. What can we learn from the priests' role in handling the guilt and sin offerings? 9. How does the requirement to avoid transmitting holiness to the people through the offerings apply to us today? 10. How do the principles of worship and sacrifice in Ezekiel 46 influence your personal devotion and worship practices? 11. What practical lessons can be drawn from the prince entering and leaving with the people during festivals? 12. What can modern-day leaders learn from the prince’s instructions in Ezekiel 46? 13. How does the detail about the cooking place of offerings help us understand the concept of holiness? 14. How can we apply the principles of worship laid out in Ezekiel 46 to our church services today? 15. How do the principles of justice and leadership in this chapter influence your understanding of civic responsibilities? 16. What significance does the eastern gate of the temple hold and how does it symbolize our approach to worship? 17. How does this chapter challenge our understanding of service, humility, and justice in leadership? 18. How can the daily offerings in Ezekiel 46 guide our daily devotions? 19. How does the emphasis on order and regulations in Ezekiel 46 reflect in our lives and communities today? 20. How do you reconcile the detailed sacrificial systems in Ezekiel with the New Testament teaching of Jesus being the ultimate sacrifice? Links Ezekiel 46:1 NIVEzekiel 46:1 NLT Ezekiel 46:1 ESV Ezekiel 46:1 NASB Ezekiel 46:1 KJV Ezekiel 46:1 Commentaries Bible Hub |



