Numbers 26:48
These were the descendants of Naphtali by their clans: The Jahzeelite clan from Jahzeel, the Gunite clan from Guni,
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Numbers 26:48?

2. How does Numbers 26:48 emphasize the importance of family lineage in God's plan?

3. What can we learn about God's faithfulness from the tribe of Naphtali's census?

4. How does Numbers 26:48 connect to God's promises to Abraham's descendants?

5. How can we apply the concept of spiritual inheritance in our daily lives?

6. What role does accountability play in maintaining faithfulness, as seen in Numbers 26:48?

7. What is the significance of the tribe of Naphtali in Numbers 26:48?

8. How does Numbers 26:48 contribute to the overall census theme in Numbers?

9. Why is the genealogy in Numbers 26:48 important for understanding Israel's history?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 26?

11. What are the names and meanings of Israel's twelve tribes?

12. Who was Zebulun in the Bible?

13. Why does Jeremiah 48:1-39 repeatedly portray divine retaliation against Moab with no apparent path for redemption?

14. Is the quick replenishment of certain tribes after mass deaths (Numbers 26) plausible without any record of extraordinary birth rates or other means of population growth?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the preservation of the tribe of Naphtali through the wilderness journey reflect God's faithfulness in your own life?

2. In what ways can understanding the meaning of biblical names enhance your study of Scripture and your relationship with God?

3. How can you actively contribute to the spiritual heritage of your family or community, ensuring that faith is passed down to future generations?

4. What steps can you take to prepare yourself spiritually for the promises and purposes God has for your life?

5. How does the account of Naphtali's descendants encourage you to trust in God's protection and provision, even in challenging circumstances?1. How does the second census in Numbers 26 contrast with the first census in Numbers 1?

2. What can we learn about God's character through His instruction to conduct a census?

3. How does the concept of obedience play out in this chapter?

4. Reflect on the concept of divine inheritance as it is presented in Numbers 26. How can this be related to the inheritance believers receive in Christ?

5. Why do you think the Levites were treated differently in the census and inheritance?

6. What lessons can we learn from the fate of the disobedient generation of Israelites?

7. How does the story of Korah’s family reflect the concept of personal responsibility and consequences?

8. How does Numbers 26 prepare the Israelites for the future? How can we similarly prepare for our future?

9. In modern society, how do we see the principles of obedience and disobedience at work?

10. Discuss the relevance of this chapter in relation to present-day church leadership.

11. How can the census of Israel be related to the idea of every person's value and importance to God?

12. If you were in Moses' or Eleazar's position, how would you handle the task of the census?

13. How does the theme of God's faithfulness in Numbers 26 inspire you in your current life situation?

14. What practical lessons can you learn from the distribution of the land based on tribe size?

15. How can you apply the concept of God’s fairness and justice, as shown in the distribution of land, to situations in your own life?

16. What are some practical ways we can count our blessings as the Israelites counted their numbers?

17. What does the fate of the previous generation teach about the consequences of doubting God's promises?

18. In today's context, how can we ensure that we are not counted among those who rebel against God's commands?

19. What steps can we take to ensure our actions today have a positive impact on future generations, as Caleb and Joshua did?

20. What are some "promised lands" or blessings you believe God has in store for you, and how are you preparing to receive them?

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