◄ 2 Kings 22:8 ►
Then Hilkiah the high priest said to Shaphan the scribe, "I have found the Book of the Law in the house of the LORD!" And he gave it to Shaphan, who read it. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 22:8? 2. How does 2 Kings 22:8 emphasize the importance of rediscovering God's Word today? 3. What role did Hilkiah play in bringing spiritual reform according to 2 Kings 22:8? 4. How can we ensure God's Word remains central in our church community? 5. What parallels exist between 2 Kings 22:8 and modern-day biblical literacy challenges? 6. How should rediscovering Scripture impact our personal and communal spiritual practices? 7. What significance does the discovery of the Book of the Law hold in 2 Kings 22:8? 8. How does 2 Kings 22:8 challenge the authenticity of religious texts over time? 9. Why was the Book of the Law lost and forgotten before 2 Kings 22:8? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 22? 11. Does the sudden discovery of lost scriptures in 2 Kings 22:8–13 contradict earlier biblical claims that the Law was carefully preserved? 12. How can we verify that the “Book of the Law” truly existed and was merely “found” in the Temple as claimed in 2 Kings 22:8? 13. Who were Josiah's sons? 14. Why is Huldah consulted instead of more prominent prophets in 2 Kings 22:14–20, and what does this imply about the narrative’s historical credibility? Discussion Questions 1. What does the discovery of the Book of the Law in the temple suggest about the spiritual state of Judah before Josiah's reforms? 2. How can we ensure that God's Word remains central in our personal and communal lives today? 3. In what ways can spiritual leaders today emulate Hilkiah and Shaphan's commitment to rediscovering and sharing God's Word? 4. Reflect on a time when engaging with Scripture led to a significant change in your life. How did it impact your actions or beliefs? 5. How can the account of Josiah's reforms inspire us to pursue spiritual renewal in our own communities? 2 Kings 22 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Josiah's response to the Book of the Law reflect his character and his relationship with God? 2. Why is the discovery of the Book of the Law in the temple significant? 3. What role does Huldah play in this chapter? How does her prophecy affect the king? 4. Discuss the theme of repentance as reflected in King Josiah's actions. 5. How does this chapter demonstrate the effects of leadership on the spiritual state of a nation? 6. How can we apply the lessons of King Josiah's humility and repentance in our lives today? 7. How does Josiah's trust in the laborers during the temple repair reflect his leadership style? 8. Compare and contrast the reign of Josiah with his predecessors. What made him different? 9. How does the prophecy of Huldah about the impending disaster impact your understanding of divine justice? 10. Why do you think God decided to spare Josiah from the disaster? 11. How might the story have unfolded if the Book of the Law hadn't been found? 12. Discuss the relationship between obedience to God's laws and peace and prosperity in a nation. 13. In what ways does Josiah model the importance of seeking God's will when confronted with difficult truths? 14. How would you respond if you discovered your lifestyle was contrary to God's will, as Josiah did? 15. How can you apply the principles of repentance and reformation seen in Josiah's actions to modern societal problems? 16. In what ways do the responsibilities of leaders in biblical times parallel the responsibilities of leaders today? 17. How does Huldah's prophecy fit into the larger narrative of God's plan for His people? 18. Can you think of a time when you had to confront a difficult truth, like Josiah? How did you respond, and what did you learn? 19. How does this chapter show the importance of scripture in guiding religious and moral behavior? 20. How can we discern and respond to God's will in our lives today, as King Josiah did? Links 2 Kings 22:8 NIV 2 Kings 22:8 NLT 2 Kings 22:8 ESV 2 Kings 22:8 NASB 2 Kings 22:8 KJV 2 Kings 22:8 Commentaries Bible Hub