Jeremiah 26:6
then I will make this house like Shiloh, and I will make this city an object of cursing among all the nations of the earth.'"
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Jeremiah 26:6?

2. How does Jeremiah 26:6 warn against disobedience to God's commands today?

3. What historical events does Jeremiah 26:6 reference regarding Shiloh's fate?

4. How can we ensure our church avoids becoming "a curse among all nations"?

5. What lessons from Jeremiah 26:6 apply to maintaining faithfulness in our lives?

6. How does Jeremiah 26:6 connect with the consequences of sin in other scriptures?

7. What historical evidence supports the events described in Jeremiah 26:6?

8. How does Jeremiah 26:6 reflect God's judgment and mercy?

9. Why was Shiloh chosen as a comparison in Jeremiah 26:6?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Jeremiah 26?

11. In Jeremiah 26:1–6, how do we verify historically or archaeologically that God threatened the temple’s destruction?

12. In Jeremiah 26:7-9, could Jeremiah's prophecy have been exaggerated or misunderstood, given the intense reaction of the people?

13. In Jeremiah 29:4-7, how can God instruct his people to settle peacefully in a pagan land while other passages command separation from foreign nations?

14. If Jericho's walls had already crumbled before Joshua's era, how does Joshua 2:15 align with historical timelines?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the history of Shiloh serve as a warning for us today in our personal and communal worship practices?

2. In what ways can we ensure that our places of worship remain true to their purpose and do not become mere symbols of tradition?

3. How can we apply the lessons of God's justice and mercy in Jeremiah 26:6 to our daily lives and interactions with others?

4. What are some modern-day "nations" or communities that might be observing our faith, and how can we be a positive witness to them?

5. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's warning in your life. How did you respond, and what was the outcome? How can this experience guide your future actions?1. How do Jeremiah's actions in chapter 26 inspire you to act boldly in your own faith journey?

2. Compare and contrast the responses of Jeremiah and Uriah when faced with death threats. What can we learn from their reactions?

3. How does the reaction of the officials and people change from the beginning to the end of the chapter? What does this teach us about the power of a well-presented defense?

4. What does the reaction of the people to Jeremiah's prophecies reveal about their relationship with God?

5. In what ways does the story of Jeremiah 26 resonate with the current state of the world?

6. How can we apply Jeremiah's courage and faithfulness to our personal and professional lives?

7. How does the mention of Shiloh in verse 6 tie into the larger narrative of Israel's history?

8. What does this chapter reveal about the consequences of heeding or ignoring God's warnings?

9. How does Jeremiah 26 challenge your understanding of the role of a prophet?

10. What lessons does the story of Uriah teach about fear and faith?

11. How does this chapter shape our understanding of repentance and God's grace?

12. How do the elders use historical context to sway the opinion of the officials and the people?

13. Why do you think Ahikam son of Shaphan protected Jeremiah? What does this teach us about allyship and advocacy?

14. How does the concept of "innocent blood" play out in this chapter and what implications does it have for modern justice systems?

15. If you were in Jeremiah's position, how would you handle the backlash?

16. How might this chapter inform a Christian's response to persecution?

17. How does Jeremiah 26 inspire you to speak truth even when it's unpopular?

18. How can the experiences of Jeremiah and Uriah guide us in dealing with fear and threats in our lives?

19. If you were a part of the assembly hearing Jeremiah's prophecy, how would you have responded?

20. How does the story of Jeremiah 26 inspire you to defend your faith and beliefs in challenging situations?

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