Leviticus 19:31
You must not turn to mediums or spiritists; do not seek them out, or you will be defiled by them. I am the LORD your God.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 19:31?

2. How does Leviticus 19:31 warn against seeking guidance from mediums and spiritists?

3. Why is it important to "not turn to mediums" according to Leviticus 19:31?

4. How does Leviticus 19:31 connect with Deuteronomy 18:10-12 on occult practices?

5. What modern practices might equate to "mediums and spiritists" today?

6. How can Christians apply Leviticus 19:31 to maintain spiritual purity?

7. What does Leviticus 19:31 say about consulting mediums and spiritists?

8. How does Leviticus 19:31 reflect the cultural context of ancient Israel?

9. Why does Leviticus 19:31 warn against turning to mediums and spiritists?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 19?

11. What defines a medium?

12. What does the Bible say about praying to the dead?

13. What are familiar spirits?

14. What does the Bible say about Christian exorcism?
Discussion Questions
1. What are some modern equivalents of mediums and spiritists, and how can Christians avoid them in their daily lives?

2. How does the command in Leviticus 19:31 reflect God's desire for His people to be distinct from the surrounding culture?

3. In what ways can believers demonstrate trust in God rather than seeking forbidden spiritual practices for guidance?

4. How does the account of King Saul in 1 Samuel 28 illustrate the consequences of disobeying God's command against consulting mediums?

5. How can Christians use Scripture to discern and reject practices that are contrary to God's will, as outlined in Leviticus 19:31?1. Why is holiness highlighted as a fundamental quality for the Israelites?

2. How do these laws reflect God's concern for social justice and equality?

3. Why does God specify certain restrictions on agricultural practices and clothing?

4. What lessons can we learn from the guidelines on how to treat the poor and the foreigner?

5. How does the command to respect parents and elders shape societal values and behaviors?

6. How do these laws discourage dishonesty and promote integrity?

7. What might the instructions about peace offerings and eating practices tell us about attitudes towards food and sacrifice in this period?

8. Why does God call for respect for the deaf and blind and how can we apply this principle today?

9. What can modern societies learn from these biblical prohibitions against slander and bearing grudges?

10. How can we interpret the phrase "love your neighbor as yourself" in the current societal context?

11. How do the laws about foreign residents resonate with contemporary debates about immigration and integration?

12. How does the prohibition of certain pagan practices reflect the cultural and religious context of the Israelites?

13. How might the laws about honest measurements apply to modern business practices?

14. How does God’s command to not defile one’s daughter by making her a prostitute reflect on the value of women during this time?

15. What is the significance of God's self-identification as the one who brought the Israelites out of Egypt?

16. How do the laws about planting fruit trees and leaving fruit untouched for a certain period resonate with today's ideas about sustainable farming?

17. What might the laws about crossbreeding livestock and sowing two kinds of seed in the same field suggest about the Israelites' understanding of natural order?

18. How does the command to "fear your God" tie into the overall theme of holiness in this passage?

19. How does this chapter contribute to our understanding of the ethical dimensions of the Old Testament laws?

20. How can the holistic model of community life presented in this chapter inform our approach to social responsibility and ethics in today's world?

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