Matthew 27:6
The chief priests picked up the pieces of silver and said, "It is unlawful to put this into the treasury, since it is blood money."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 27:6?

2. How does Matthew 27:6 illustrate the Pharisees' understanding of "blood money"?

3. What does Matthew 27:6 reveal about the Pharisees' priorities and values?

4. How can we avoid hypocrisy similar to the Pharisees in Matthew 27:6?

5. What Old Testament laws relate to the Pharisees' actions in Matthew 27:6?

6. How should Christians handle money ethically, learning from Matthew 27:6?

7. Why did the chief priests consider the silver "blood money" in Matthew 27:6?

8. What does Matthew 27:6 reveal about the value of human life?

9. How does Matthew 27:6 reflect on the morality of religious leaders?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 27?

11. Who was Judas Iscariot in biblical history?

12. Why do the accounts of Judas' death in Matthew and Acts contradict each other?

13. Matthew 27:5 describes Judas hanging himself, yet Acts 1:18 gives a different account; how can these two explanations be reconciled?

14. What was the cause of Judas's death?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the chief priests' handling of the blood money reflect their understanding of the law, and what does it reveal about their priorities?

2. In what ways does the concept of "blood money" challenge us to consider the ethical implications of our financial decisions today?

3. How can we guard against hypocrisy in our own lives, especially when it comes to religious practices and leadership?

4. What lessons can we learn from Judas' remorse and the chief priests' actions about the nature of true repentance and forgiveness?

5. How does the fulfillment of prophecy in this passage strengthen your faith in the reliability of Scripture, and how can you apply this assurance in your daily walk with God?1. How does Judas' remorse and suicide impact your understanding of guilt and forgiveness?

2. What can we learn from Pilate's decision-making in the face of public pressure?

3. How does Jesus' silence during His trial inspire you to respond when unjustly accused?

4. What can you infer from the crowd's choice of Barabbas over Jesus?

5. How does the crucifixion narrative influence your understanding of Jesus' sacrifice?

6. In what ways does the scene at Golgotha contrast with Jesus' kingship?

7. How does the tearing of the temple curtain symbolize the relationship between God and humanity?

8. What significance do you find in the supernatural events following Jesus' death?

9. How does Joseph of Arimathea's act of providing a burial place for Jesus inspire you in terms of sacrifice and risk for your faith?

10. How do the actions of the chief priests and Pharisees to secure the tomb reflect their understanding or misunderstanding of Jesus?

11. How can you apply the lessons from Jesus' trial and crucifixion to your life in the face of suffering or persecution?

12. What does Judas' end teach you about the consequences of betrayal?

13. How does the public's participation in Jesus' crucifixion reflect societal dynamics you've witnessed?

14. What can you learn from the women who remained with Jesus till the end?

15. How does Matthew 27 alter your perception of victory and defeat?

16. In what ways does Jesus' burial by Joseph of Arimathea show respect and reverence?

17. How can the religious leaders' fear of Jesus' resurrection prophecy apply to situations in life where people act out of fear?

18. How can the darkness that fell over the land inspire you in your dark times?

19. What does Jesus' cry, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" teach about expressing distress and despair to God?

20. How does Jesus' journey from crucifixion to burial impact your understanding of the journey from suffering to redemption?

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