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Solomon numbered all the foreign men in the land of Israel following the census his father David had conducted, and there were found to be 153,600 in all. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 2:17? 2. How does Solomon's census in 2 Chronicles 2:17 reflect God's orderliness? 3. What does Solomon's workforce reveal about leadership and delegation in 2 Chronicles 2:17? 4. How can we apply Solomon's organizational skills to our church community today? 5. In what ways does 2 Chronicles 2:17 connect to God's provision in Exodus? 6. How does Solomon's preparation in 2 Chronicles 2:17 inspire our personal spiritual readiness? 7. What does 2 Chronicles 2:17 reveal about Solomon's leadership and organizational skills? 8. How does 2 Chronicles 2:17 reflect the historical context of Israel's labor force? 9. What theological implications arise from Solomon's census in 2 Chronicles 2:17? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 2? 11. Why is there no broader historical record of the forced labor Solomon imposes on foreigners in 2 Chronicles 2:17–18? 12. In 1 Chronicles 22:2, are the “foreigners in the land of Israel” conscripted as forced laborers, and if so, how does this align with the broader moral teachings of the Bible? 13. Who was King Jehoshaphat in the Bible? 14. In 2 Chronicles 2:2, is the workforce of 70,000 laborers and 80,000 stonecutters feasible given ancient population estimates? Discussion Questions 1. How does Solomon's organization of labor reflect God's provision for His plans, and how can we apply this understanding to our own leadership roles? 2. In what ways does the inclusion of foreigners in Israel's workforce challenge or affirm our views on diversity within the church today? 3. How can we ensure that our preparation and planning for ministry align with God's purposes, as seen in Solomon's census? 4. What lessons can we learn from the continuity between David's and Solomon's reigns about building on the spiritual legacies of those who came before us? 5. How can we view our daily work as an act of worship, similar to how the labor of the foreigners contributed to the building of the temple? 2 Chronicles 2 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Solomon’s meticulous planning reflect his devotion to God? 2. How would you interpret the significance of Solomon's letter to Hiram in today's context of global collaboration? 3. How might you apply Solomon's strategy for resource allocation in your personal or professional life? 4. How does King Hiram's response reflect a sense of unity and shared faith? 5. What can we learn about communication from the correspondence between Solomon and Hiram? 6. What does Huram-Abi's role tell us about the importance of skilled labor in achieving divine plans? 7. How does Solomon demonstrate leadership and wisdom in his preparation to build the Temple? 8. In what ways does this chapter reflect the theme of preparation? 9. In our modern society, how can we manifest the same level of dedication to God's work as Solomon displayed? 10. How can Solomon’s request for help from Hiram inform how we ask for assistance in our own lives? 11. What are the potential implications of Solomon involving foreigners in the construction of the Temple? 12. What can we learn about the value of different skills and expertise from Solomon’s workforce allocation? 13. How does Solomon's wisdom in this chapter inspire you in your daily life? 14. How do you interpret the exchange of goods between Solomon and Hiram in today’s economy? 15. How can we apply the lessons learned from Solomon's temple preparations to our own spiritual preparations? 16. How does the agreement between Solomon and Hiram demonstrate the importance of mutual respect and cooperation in accomplishing goals? 17. How can we take lessons from Solomon's respect for craftsmanship in our daily lives? 18. What can we learn from Solomon about turning vision into reality? 19. How can we model Solomon's approach to work in our own dedication to our jobs, studies, or other tasks? 20. How can the collaboration between Solomon and Hiram inspire unity and cooperation in modern society? Links 2 Chronicles 2:17 NIV 2 Chronicles 2:17 NLT 2 Chronicles 2:17 ESV 2 Chronicles 2:17 NASB 2 Chronicles 2:17 KJV 2 Chronicles 2:17 Commentaries Bible Hub