Leviticus 10:3
Then Moses said to Aaron, "This is what the LORD meant when He said: 'To those who come near Me I will show My holiness, and in the sight of all the people I will reveal My glory.'" But Aaron remained silent.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 10:3?

2. How does Leviticus 10:3 emphasize God's holiness and our approach to worship?

3. What does "I will show My holiness" teach about God's character?

4. How can we apply "I will be glorified" in our daily lives?

5. How does Leviticus 10:3 connect to the reverence shown in Isaiah 6:3?

6. What steps can we take to honor God's holiness in our church services?

7. What does Leviticus 10:3 reveal about God's holiness and expectations for worship?

8. How does Leviticus 10:3 illustrate the consequences of disobedience to God?

9. Why did God respond so severely to Nadab and Abihu's actions in Leviticus 10:3?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 10?

11. Does the narrative of Aaron’s silence imply that questioning divine commands is forbidden (Lev 10:3)?

12. Why does the Bible prescribe death for blasphemy (Leviticus 24:16) when Jesus taught forgiveness?

13. In Deuteronomy 12:20–21, why would God’s instructions shift based on the Israelites’ proximity to the sanctuary if His laws are deemed unchanging?

14. Who were Nadab and Abihu in the Bible?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the incident with Nadab and Abihu illustrate the importance of following God's specific instructions in worship?

2. In what ways can we ensure that our worship today reflects the holiness and reverence due to God?

3. How does Aaron's response to the death of his sons challenge us in our own reactions to God's discipline or difficult circumstances?

4. What are some modern-day examples of "unauthorized fire" in worship or service to God, and how can we avoid them?

5. How do the themes of holiness and reverence in Leviticus 10:3 connect with the New Testament teachings on worship and service to God?1. What does the punishment of Nadab and Abihu tell us about the seriousness of God's commands?

2. Why was Aaron silent after the death of his sons?

3. How do you think Aaron might have felt, being unable to mourn his sons openly?

4. Why do you think drinking alcohol was forbidden before entering the Tent of Meeting?

5. How does the need to distinguish between the holy and the common apply to our lives today?

6. What does the command to consume the grain offering in a holy place signify?

7. How might we understand and apply the concept of "holiness" in our modern context?

8. Why did Moses reprimand Eleazar and Ithamar for not eating the sin offering?

9. How can we relate Aaron's defense of his sons to the times when we may need to balance spiritual obligations with personal emotions?

10. How does Moses' acceptance of Aaron's explanation reflect understanding and empathy?

11. What does this passage teach us about leadership and responsibility in times of crisis?

12. How can we manage our emotions while upholding our duties and responsibilities, especially in our spiritual life?

13. In what ways can our personal feelings interfere with our spiritual obligations?

14. How does this passage underscore the importance of adhering to God's commands?

15. How does this narrative influence our understanding of grief and mourning from a biblical perspective?

16. How does the episode of Nadab and Abihu's death act as a warning about approaching God's presence lightly?

17. How can we respect and distinguish the sacred in our everyday life?

18. In what ways does this chapter illustrate the consequence of failing to respect the sacred?

19. How does this story impact your understanding of the cost of serving God?

20. Given Aaron's situation, how would you navigate the balance between personal grief and professional/spiritual duty in your own life?

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