◄ Ezekiel 23:21 ►
So you revisited the indecency of your youth, when the Egyptians caressed your bosom and pressed your young breasts. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 23:21? 2. How does Ezekiel 23:21 illustrate the consequences of turning from God's ways? 3. What historical context in Ezekiel 23:21 helps us understand its message? 4. How can Ezekiel 23:21 guide us in resisting worldly temptations today? 5. What parallels exist between Ezekiel 23:21 and other biblical warnings against idolatry? 6. How can we apply the lessons of Ezekiel 23:21 to modern spiritual life? 7. What is the historical context of Ezekiel 23:21? 8. How does Ezekiel 23:21 reflect on Israel's spiritual infidelity? 9. What is the significance of the imagery used in Ezekiel 23:21? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 23? 11. What foods are mentioned in the Bible? 12. How can the graphic sexual imagery in Ezekiel 23:3 and 20 be reconciled with the holiness and purity usually attributed to Scripture? 13. Why do historical records show dominant powers rising despite Ezekiel 17:24's promise that God will bring down the high and exalt the low? 14. Is there any evidence outside the Bible supporting the military and political tumult depicted throughout Ezekiel 21? Discussion Questions 1. How does the imagery of spiritual adultery in Ezekiel 23:21 challenge your understanding of faithfulness to God? 2. In what ways can modern believers be tempted to "revisit the indecency of their youth," and how can they guard against this? 3. How does the historical context of Israel's relationship with Egypt enhance your understanding of this passage? 4. What parallels can you draw between the warnings in Ezekiel 23 and the teachings of Jesus regarding idolatry and faithfulness? 5. How can the call to repentance in Ezekiel 23 be applied to your personal spiritual journey today? Ezekiel 23 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the allegory of the two sisters, Oholah and Oholibah, illustrate the dangers of idolatry? 2. Reflect on a time you witnessed consequences resulting from unfaithfulness. How does that correlate with the fate of Samaria and Jerusalem in this chapter? 3. What lessons can be derived from Oholibah continuing down the path of infidelity despite witnessing the punishment of her sister? 4. How can we apply the lessons from Ezekiel 23 in dealing with temptations in our lives today? 5. What does this chapter reveal about God's feelings towards spiritual infidelity? 6. Discuss the consequences of forgetting God and focusing on worldly desires as illustrated in the chapter. 7. How can we guard against spiritual adultery in our own lives? 8. How does this chapter demonstrate God's righteous judgment? 9. Discuss the meaning of the verse 23:49, "You will bear the consequences of your lewdness and your detestable practices, declares the LORD." 10. How can we use the example of Oholah and Oholibah to teach others about faithfulness? 11. How does the narrative of the two sisters help us understand the historical relationship between Israel, Assyria, and Babylon? 12. Why do you think God chose to use such a vivid and graphic allegory in Ezekiel 23 to convey His message? 13. How might we reconcile the harsh punishments outlined in this chapter with our understanding of God’s love and mercy? 14. How can we practically reject modern forms of idolatry in our lives today, drawing lessons from Ezekiel 23? 15. In what ways do you think the society we live in today struggles with the same issues Samaria and Jerusalem did? 16. What does this chapter teach about the importance of remembering past lessons and mistakes? 17. How can we ensure that we remember and acknowledge God in our daily lives? 18. How might the events in Ezekiel 23 serve as a warning to nations today? 19. How can we maintain a consistent and unwavering relationship with God amidst the distractions of the world? 20. How does the chapter of Ezekiel 23 challenge you personally in your spiritual journey? Links Ezekiel 23:21 NIV Ezekiel 23:21 NLT Ezekiel 23:21 ESV Ezekiel 23:21 NASB Ezekiel 23:21 KJV Ezekiel 23:21 Commentaries Bible Hub