Leviticus 25:43
You are not to rule over them harshly, but you shall fear your God.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 25:43?

2. How does Leviticus 25:43 guide us in treating others with respect?

3. What does "do not rule over them harshly" teach about leadership?

4. How can we apply Leviticus 25:43 in modern workplace relationships?

5. How does this verse connect to Jesus' teachings on servanthood?

6. In what ways can we "fear your God" in daily interactions?

7. What does Leviticus 25:43 teach about the treatment of servants or workers?

8. How does Leviticus 25:43 align with modern views on human rights and dignity?

9. Why does Leviticus 25:43 emphasize not ruling over others harshly?

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

11. Why does the Bible never explicitly condemn slavery?

12. What does fearing God entail?

13. Why does the command to release servants (Lev 25:39–46) appear inconsistent with other biblical passages endorsing servitude?

14. What are the Bible's teachings on lending money?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the command in Leviticus 25:43 challenge our modern understanding of leadership and authority?

2. In what ways can we apply the principle of not ruling harshly in our personal and professional relationships?

3. How does the fear of God influence our treatment of others, according to Leviticus 25:43 and related scriptures?

4. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure we are advocating for justice and fairness in our communities?

5. How do the teachings in Leviticus 25:43 connect with the New Testament instructions on how to treat others, such as those found in Ephesians and Colossians?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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