1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 18:21?

2. How does Leviticus 18:21 instruct us to honor God's name in daily life?

3. What does "do not give any of your children" teach about valuing life?

4. How does Leviticus 18:21 connect with the commandment against idolatry in Exodus 20:3?

5. Why is it important to avoid practices that "profane the name of your God"?

6. How can we apply the principles of Leviticus 18:21 in modern society?

7. What does Leviticus 18:21 mean by "do not give any of your children to Molech"?

8. How does Leviticus 18:21 relate to the practice of child sacrifice in ancient cultures?

9. Why was the worship of Molech specifically prohibited in Leviticus 18:21?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 18?

11. Leviticus 18:21 forbids child sacrifice to Molek; is there historical or archaeological evidence confirming this practice at that time?

12. What does the Bible say about child sacrifice?

13. What does the Bible say about human sacrifice?

14. Did the Moabite king sacrifice his son?1. What does the prohibition against sacrificing children to Molech reveal about God's character and His view of human life?

2. How can we apply the principle of being set apart for God in our modern context, especially in areas where cultural practices conflict with biblical values?

3. In what ways might we be tempted to "profane the name of God" in our daily lives, and how can we guard against this?

4. How does the call to be a "living sacrifice" in Romans 12:1-2 relate to the command in Leviticus 18:21?

5. What are some modern-day "idols" or cultural practices that Christians should be cautious of, and how can we ensure our worship remains pure and pleasing to God?1. Why does God draw a distinct line between the practices of the Israelites and those of Egypt and Canaan?

2. How do these laws of sexual conduct reflect the sanctity of familial relationships in the biblical context?

3. What is the significance of the statement, "the man who does these things will live by them"?

4. How do these strict moral laws apply in the context of contemporary society, particularly in regards to sexual conduct?

5. What does the prohibition against child sacrifice reveal about the value God places on life?

6. Why is the land said to "vomit out its inhabitants" as a consequence of moral defilement?

7. How do these laws speak to the concept of purity within the Israelite community?

8. What are the implications of these laws for both the "native-born" and the "foreigner" living among the Israelites?

9. What does the term "abomination" imply in the context of these laws, and how might it be understood today?

10. How do these laws against sexual misconduct inform our understanding of the biblical concept of honor and shame?

11. How can these laws be interpreted in light of contemporary debates on morality and ethics?

12. What role does the concept of defilement play in these commandments and their associated punishments?

13. How does the command to not follow the practices of Egypt and Canaan impact the Israelites' identity as God's chosen people?

14. In what ways does this chapter shape the Israelites' understanding of their relationship with God?

15. What is the significance of the repeated phrase, "I am the LORD your God" throughout this chapter?

16. How can these commandments be seen as a protective measure for the community?

17. How do these prohibitions resonate with or challenge your personal moral and ethical beliefs?

18. How does the concept of 'cutting off' someone from their people as a punishment reflect on the importance of communal living?

19. What might the references to defiling the land imply about the relationship between sin, the environment, and human stewardship?

20. How does this passage help shape your understanding of sin and its consequences within the larger biblical narrative?

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