◄ 2 Chronicles 35:17 ►
The Israelites who were present also observed the Passover at that time, as well as the Feast of Unleavened Bread for seven days. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 35:17? 2. How does 2 Chronicles 35:17 emphasize the importance of observing God's commands today? 3. What lessons from Josiah's Passover can we apply to our worship practices? 4. How does this verse connect to Exodus 12 and the original Passover instructions? 5. In what ways can we ensure our celebrations honor God as in Josiah's time? 6. How can we encourage our community to participate in biblical observances like in 2 Chronicles 35:17? 7. What significance does 2 Chronicles 35:17 hold in understanding the observance of Passover in ancient Israel? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 35:17 reflect the religious reforms of King Josiah? 9. Why was the Passover in 2 Chronicles 35:17 considered unique compared to previous celebrations? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 35? 11. How could 2 Chronicles 35:7’s massive number of sacrificed animals (30,000 lambs and goats) be logistically and historically feasible? 12. In 2 Chronicles 35:18, why does the text claim no Passover like Josiah's had been celebrated 'since the days of Samuel,' seemingly ignoring the grand Passover of Hezekiah in 2 Chronicles 30? 13. Is the reported scale of Josiah's Passover celebration (2 Kings 23:21-23) historically plausible, given scant external corroboration? 14. How feasible is it, historically, that large numbers of animal sacrifices described in Leviticus 4 could be carried out without creating severe public health issues? Discussion Questions 1. How does Josiah's observance of the Passover challenge us to prioritize obedience to God's Word in our own lives? 2. In what ways can we seek personal and communal revival today, following Josiah's example of reform? 3. How can we foster unity in our worship communities, and why is this important for our spiritual growth? 4. What are some practical ways we can remember and celebrate God's faithfulness in our daily lives? 5. How can we use our influence, like Josiah, to encourage others towards godliness and righteousness in our communities? 2 Chronicles 35 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Josiah's celebration of the Passover demonstrate his dedication to God? What can we learn from this? 2. Josiah's reform is marked by his attention to detail. How can we apply such meticulousness in our spiritual life? 3. Contrast the actions of Josiah and the Levites in preparing for the Passover. What role does leadership play in religious observance? 4. How might the response of the people of Judah to Josiah's Passover celebration compare to the response of modern society to religious events? 5. Despite Josiah's devotion, he failed to heed a divine warning. Why do you think he made this mistake? What lesson can we draw from this? 6. Josiah ignored a divine warning delivered through an 'enemy,' Pharaoh Neco. How should we approach truth or divine warnings, even when they come from unexpected sources? 7. Discuss the consequences of Josiah's decision to confront Pharaoh Neco. How does this incident serve as a warning for us today? 8. In today's world, how can we discern between genuine divine warnings and false alarms? 9. What does Josiah's death teach us about the unpredictability of life and the importance of continuous obedience to God? 10. How did Josiah's death impact the nation of Judah? Can the actions of a single person significantly affect an entire community or nation today? 11. Reflect on the role of the prophet Jeremiah in this chapter. How does his lament for Josiah underline the gravity of the king's death? 12. How might we react to a leader's death today, like the people of Judah reacted to Josiah's death? 13. How can we ensure our dedication to God does not waver like Josiah's did during his encounter with Pharaoh Neco? 14. How does the story of Josiah encourage us to consider the long-term consequences of our actions? 15. How can we ensure our obedience to God is consistent, as opposed to wavering in different circumstances? 16. How does 2 Chronicles 35 illuminate the importance of a leader's spiritual commitment for their community or nation? 17. In what ways can we apply the lessons from Josiah's life and death to our own spiritual journey? 18. Josiah died despite his zealous dedication to God. How should we understand and reconcile this event with our beliefs about divine protection? 19. In modern terms, what would a revival like Josiah's look like in our communities? 20. How might you act differently in your spiritual life having studied the life and death of King Josiah? Links 2 Chronicles 35:17 NIV 2 Chronicles 35:17 NLT 2 Chronicles 35:17 ESV 2 Chronicles 35:17 NASB 2 Chronicles 35:17 KJV 2 Chronicles 35:17 Commentaries Bible Hub