Leviticus 11:36
Nevertheless, a spring or cistern containing water will remain clean, but one who touches a carcass in it will be unclean.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 11:36?

2. How does Leviticus 11:36 emphasize the purity of springs and cisterns?

3. Why are flowing water sources considered clean in Leviticus 11:36?

4. What does Leviticus 11:36 teach about God's provision of clean resources?

5. How can we apply the principle of purity from Leviticus 11:36 today?

6. How does Leviticus 11:36 connect to Jesus as the "living water"?

7. Why does Leviticus 11:36 exempt springs and cisterns from impurity despite contact with unclean animals?

8. How does Leviticus 11:36 align with the broader theme of purity in Leviticus?

9. What historical context influenced the laws in Leviticus 11:36?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 11?

11. What does 'ceremonially unclean' mean?

12. Numbers 6:5 -- How is letting hair grow indefinitely practical in a nomadic or ancient society without modern hygiene methods?

13. If Leviticus 5:2 considers touching an unclean creature as sin, even unknowingly, how can ignorance be morally blameworthy?

14. What did Jesus inscribe in the sand?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the concept of cleanliness in Leviticus 11:36 relate to our understanding of spiritual purity today?

2. In what ways can we apply the principle of being set apart for God in our daily lives?

3. How does the symbolism of water in the Bible enhance our understanding of spiritual cleansing and renewal?

4. What role does community play in helping us maintain spiritual purity, and how can we support one another in this?

5. How can we ensure that our spiritual "springs and cisterns" remain clean and life-giving in our walk with Christ?1. Why do you think God provided such detailed dietary laws to the Israelites?

2. How does distinguishing between clean and unclean animals symbolize the call to holiness?

3. In what ways does the concept of clean and unclean apply to modern believers?

4. How does following these laws demonstrate obedience to God?

5. How would you relate the idea of "not touching the carcass" to avoiding sin in today's context?

6. Do you think dietary laws were purely about physical health, or was there a spiritual aspect to them?

7. How might these laws have served to maintain the Israelites' distinct identity?

8. How do these dietary laws reflect God's authority?

9. How does the act of distinguishing between clean and unclean reflect wisdom and discernment?

10. Why does God link the observance of these laws to the Israelites' liberation from Egypt?

11. In what ways are modern Christians called to be "clean" and "unclean" in their spiritual lives?

12. How can this passage inspire believers today to live a life of obedience and holiness?

13. Do you see any parallels between the detailed observances commanded in these laws and the attention to detail required in the Christian walk?

14. How do these laws about physical cleanliness relate to inner, spiritual cleanliness?

15. If you were an Israelite living during this time, how would you have reacted to these laws?

16. How can we interpret and apply the command to "consecrate yourselves" in today's world?

17. If we consider sin as something unclean, how does the concept of cleansing till evening reflect repentance and forgiveness in Christianity?

18. What does this passage teach about respect and obedience towards God's commands, even when we do not fully understand them?

19. How can we discern what is "clean" and "unclean" in our daily lives today?

20. How does this passage encourage us to be mindful of what we consume, both physically and spiritually?

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