1. What is the meaning of Numbers 35:28?

2. How does Numbers 35:28 emphasize the importance of obeying God's laws today?

3. What does "remain in his city of refuge" teach about God's protection?

4. How can Numbers 35:28 guide us in respecting boundaries and authority?

5. Connect Numbers 35:28 with Jesus' teachings on forgiveness and reconciliation.

6. How can we apply the principle of refuge in our daily spiritual walk?

7. What does Numbers 35:28 reveal about God's view on justice and sanctuary cities?

8. How does Numbers 35:28 reflect the balance between mercy and justice in biblical law?

9. Why is the death of the high priest significant in Numbers 35:28?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 35?

11. What were the biblical Cities of Refuge for?

12. How does the system of protection for manslaughter in Joshua 20:1-6 align or conflict with other Mosaic laws on homicide and justice?

13. Deuteronomy 19:6: Why would God allow a 'blood avenger' to pursue someone innocent of intentional murder, and where is this justice in historical context?

14. Who was the high priest in the Bible?1. How does the concept of a city of refuge reflect God's character in terms of justice and mercy?

2. In what ways does the role of the high priest in Numbers 35:28 foreshadow the work of Jesus Christ as our High Priest?

3. How can the principles of refuge and restoration in Numbers 35 be applied to modern-day conflicts and reconciliation efforts?

4. What does the requirement for the manslayer to remain in the city of refuge until the high priest's death teach us about patience and waiting on God's timing?

5. How can we ensure that our actions and decisions are aligned with God's justice, especially when dealing with unintentional harm or conflict within our communities?1. How do the Levitical cities reflect God's provision for all His servants?

2. What do the Cities of Refuge teach us about God's justice and mercy?

3. How does Numbers 35 address the issue of intentionality in crimes?

4. How might the concept of the Cities of Refuge apply to today's criminal justice system?

5. What does the role of the Avenger of Blood tell us about societal structures during the Israelites' time? How can we relate this to contemporary societal norms?

6. How does the distinction between murder and manslaughter in Numbers 35 influence our understanding of intent and consequences?

7. Why do you think the death of the High Priest symbolized freedom for the unintentional killer?

8. How can the allocation of land to the Levites inspire us in our giving to God's work today?

9. How does the prohibition against accepting ransom for a murderer or someone who has fled to a city of refuge reflect the value God places on life?

10. How do we balance the need for justice with the need for mercy in our own lives?

11. How can the concept of defilement and cleansing in this chapter inform our understanding of sin and redemption?

12. In modern times, how can we ensure that justice is served without resorting to vengeance?

13. If you were in a position to create a "city of refuge" in your community today, what might it look like?

14. Why might God have insisted on the testimony of multiple witnesses before sentencing a person to death?

15. How can the principles of justice and sanctuary in Numbers 35 guide our responses to social issues today?

16. What are the implications of God's command to not pollute the land which He dwells in?

17. How do the rules and regulations stipulated in this chapter underscore the importance of community?

18. How can we apply the concept of respect for life demonstrated in Numbers 35 in our interactions with others today?

19. Why do you think God provided the Levites with pastureland along with the cities?

20. Can the Cities of Refuge concept be a blueprint for rehabilitation centers in modern societies? How might this work?

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