1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 25:17?

2. How does Leviticus 25:17 instruct us to treat our neighbors fairly today?

3. What does "fear your God" imply about our relationship with Him?

4. How can we apply the principle of fairness in Leviticus 25:17 in business?

5. Which New Testament teachings align with Leviticus 25:17's call for fairness?

6. How does respecting others reflect our reverence for God according to Leviticus 25:17?

7. How does Leviticus 25:17 relate to ethical business practices today?

8. What historical context influenced the command in Leviticus 25:17?

9. How does Leviticus 25:17 reflect God's character and justice?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 25?

11. What does "extortioner" mean in the Bible?

12. What does 'extortioner' mean in the Bible?

13. How could a small Aramean force defeat Judah's army (2 Chronicles 24:24) if military records and common sense suggest larger forces usually prevail?

14. Deuteronomy 15:1-2 prescribes canceling debts every seven years--how would this not destabilize an ancient economy?1. How does the command in Leviticus 25:17 to "fear your God" influence our daily interactions and business practices?

2. In what ways can we apply the principle of not taking advantage of others in our modern economic systems?

3. How does the concept of the Year of Jubilee inform our understanding of economic justice and forgiveness today?

4. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure we are treating others fairly and justly in our communities?

5. How do the teachings in Leviticus 25:17 connect with Jesus' teachings on loving our neighbor and seeking justice in the New Testament?1. What is the significance of the land resting during the Sabbath year? How can this principle be applied to modern-day environmental stewardship?

2. How does the Jubilee year challenge our contemporary economic systems?

3. How are the concepts of property and ownership defined differently in this passage compared to today’s view on property rights?

4. In what ways does the Jubilee year ensure economic justice and reduce income inequality?

5. How do the commands about not exploiting each other speak to our personal and business transactions today?

6. What assurances does God provide to the Israelites if they follow the rules of the Sabbath year?

7. How can the principles of redemption and the right of the original owner to regain their property apply in a modern context?

8. What role do the Levites play in the land distribution and ownership rules outlined in the passage?

9. How does the command to assist the poor and destitute resonate with our societal norms today?

10. What does the prohibition against charging interest imply about God's perspective on lending and debt?

11. What does God’s command to treat destitute Israelites as hired workers rather than slaves reveal about His character?

12. How do the instructions regarding the treatment of servants reflect on issues of labor rights today?

13. In what ways does the chapter challenge you to reconsider your understanding of wealth, ownership, and prosperity?

14. How can we reconcile the instruction to buy servants from foreign nations with the command not to rule harshly over Israelites?

15. What is the broader theological message in the Israelites being reminded of their own servitude in Egypt?

16. How might the Jubilee year have affected societal structures and relationships among the Israelites?

17. What can we learn from the idea of a Jubilee year about forgiveness and fresh starts?

18. How does the concept of the Year of Jubilee bring a sense of balance and fairness in society?

19. If you were to implement a modern-day Jubilee in your community, what would that look like?

20. How do these laws about Sabbath and Jubilee years reflect on the themes of liberation and restoration in the Bible as a whole?

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