Ezra 2:67
435 camels, and 6,720 donkeys.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezra 2:67?

2. How does Ezra 2:67 reflect God's provision for His people's needs?

3. What role do animals play in the restoration of Jerusalem in Ezra 2:67?

4. How can Ezra 2:67 inspire us to trust God's provision in our lives?

5. Compare Ezra 2:67 with Genesis 1:28 on stewardship of animals.

6. How does Ezra 2:67 demonstrate community unity in rebuilding efforts?

7. Why does Ezra 2:67 mention camels, and what is their significance in biblical times?

8. How does the inventory in Ezra 2:67 reflect the Israelites' priorities after exile?

9. What does the mention of camels in Ezra 2:67 reveal about trade and economy?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezra 2?

11. What were the Ten Plagues of Egypt in the Bible?

12. Haggai 2:22 foretells the overthrow of certain kingdoms--what evidence exists to confirm this prophecy was fulfilled?

13. If David's raids led to widespread destruction (1 Samuel 27:8-9), why is there no explicit condemnation of his actions?

14. How do we reconcile the large monetary contributions mentioned in Nehemiah 7:70-72 with the economic realities of returned exiles who presumably had few resources?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the detailed listing of animals in Ezra 2:67 reflect God's provision for the returning exiles, and how can this encourage us in trusting God for our needs today?

2. In what ways does the return from exile in Ezra parallel the spiritual journey of redemption and restoration in the New Testament?

3. How can the unity and cooperation of the returning exiles inspire us to work together in our church communities today?

4. What are some promises of God that you are waiting to see fulfilled in your life, and how does the faithfulness of God in Ezra encourage you to remain patient and hopeful?

5. How can we apply the principle of stewardship seen in the careful accounting of resources in Ezra 2:67 to our personal and communal lives today?1. How does Ezra 2 emphasize the importance of community in the restoration process?

2. Why was keeping track of family lineage so crucial in the returned exiles' context?

3. What role does spiritual leadership play in the rebuilding of a nation, as illustrated by the returning priests?

4. What does the generosity in the gifts for the temple rebuilding tell us about the returnees' faith?

5. How would you respond today if your genealogical background was questioned like those in verses 59-63?

6. How do the listings in Ezra 2 reflect the concept of everyone having a unique role in a community?

7. How does the return from exile in Ezra 2 mirror the spiritual journey of a Christian believer?

8. In modern times, how can we ensure the preservation of our spiritual heritage?

9. How does the book of Ezra 2 encourage us to participate in community building?

10. How can we apply the principles of collective effort, as seen in the rebuilding of the temple, in our present-day situations?

11. How does the faith of the Israelites inspire your personal faith journey?

12. How can we emulate the commitment of the returning exiles in our personal lives?

13. What lessons can we learn from the way the Israelites responded to the call to return to their homeland?

14. How does the census in Ezra 2 mirror the idea of personal accountability to God?

15. How can the story of Ezra 2 influence our understanding of community restoration in the face of adversity?

16. In what ways can we see God's hand in the return of the Israelites from exile?

17. How can the giving spirit of the returning exiles inspire us to contribute to our communities today?

18. What does the reference to uncertain genealogies tell us about identity and belonging in a community?

19. How can we respond with faith and action when called upon to contribute to a bigger cause, like the Israelites were in rebuilding the temple?

20. What can we learn from Ezra 2 about maintaining and strengthening our spiritual and community identities in an increasingly globalized world?

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