1. What is the meaning of Isaiah 36:2?

2. How does Isaiah 36:2 illustrate God's sovereignty over political and military power?

3. What can we learn from the Assyrian threat about trusting God's protection?

4. How does Isaiah 36:2 connect with God's promises in earlier Isaiah chapters?

5. How should believers respond to intimidating challenges, as seen in Isaiah 36:2?

6. What role does faith play when facing overwhelming odds, according to Isaiah 36:2?

7. What historical evidence supports the Assyrian siege described in Isaiah 36:2?

8. How does Isaiah 36:2 reflect God's sovereignty over nations?

9. Why did the Assyrian king send the Rabshakeh to Jerusalem in Isaiah 36:2?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 36?

11. Isaiah 36:2: Is there archaeological evidence confirming the Rabshakeh’s confrontation at the upper pool near the Launderers’ Field?

12. Who was Rabshakeh in the Bible?

13. Who was Rabshakeh in the Bible?

14. Isaiah 36:1: How do we reconcile the biblical account of Sennacherib’s invasion in Hezekiah’s fourteenth year with Assyrian records that date this campaign differently? 1. How does the presence of the Rabshakeh and the Assyrian army challenge Hezekiah's faith, and what can we learn from his response?

2. In what ways does the strategic location of the aqueduct of the upper pool highlight the importance of preparation in our spiritual lives?

3. How does Hezekiah's leadership during the Assyrian threat inspire us to lead with faith and wisdom in our own spheres of influence?

4. What parallels can we draw between the Assyrian siege of Jerusalem and spiritual battles we face today, and how can we apply Hezekiah's approach to these challenges?

5. How do the events in Isaiah 36:2 and the surrounding chapters demonstrate God's sovereignty, and how can this understanding impact our trust in Him during difficult times?1. How does Sennacherib's strategy of psychological warfare reflect tactics used in today's world?

2. Discuss the role of faith and trust in God during times of adversity, as depicted in Isaiah 36.

3. In what ways does Rabshakeh’s speech aim to cause division and fear? How does this relate to modern forms of propaganda?

4. What is the significance of Hezekiah's men remaining silent despite Rabshakeh's taunts?

5. Why does Rabshakeh insist on speaking in Hebrew, despite Eliakim's plea to converse in Aramaic?

6. How might the promise of land and life affect the faith of the people of Judah?

7. How does this chapter illustrate the concept of "faith versus worldly alliances"?

8. In our current society, what could be some "Assyrian threats" that challenge your faith?

9. How do you maintain trust in God when facing overwhelming challenges, as Hezekiah did?

10. What lessons can modern leaders learn from Sennacherib's tactics and Hezekiah's response?

11. How does the tearing of clothes symbolize the emotional turmoil faced by the people of Judah?

12. Discuss the irony of Rabshakeh claiming that the Lord has commissioned him to destroy the land.

13. How does the context of this chapter shape its message about resilience and faith?

14. How does this chapter demonstrate the power of fear and intimidation?

15. Discuss the role of silence as a tool of resistance in Isaiah 36.

16. Compare Rabshakeh's speech to ways in which misinformation is spread in today's society.

17. How does Isaiah 36 influence your perspective on handling fear and intimidation?

18. How would you respond to someone challenging your faith as Rabshakeh did with the people of Judah?

19. How can you apply the lessons learned from Hezekiah's silence to conflicts in your own life?

20. How might you handle a situation where your faith or belief is being ridiculed or publicly doubted?

Isaiah 36:2 NIV
Isaiah 36:2 NLT
Isaiah 36:2 ESV
Isaiah 36:2 NASB
Isaiah 36:2 KJV

Isaiah 36:2 Commentaries

Bible Hub