◄ Ezekiel 28:18 ►
By the multitude of your iniquities and the dishonesty of your trading you have profaned your sanctuaries. So I made fire come from within you, and it consumed you. I reduced you to ashes on the ground in the eyes of all who saw you. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 28:18? 2. How does Ezekiel 28:18 illustrate the consequences of pride and sin? 3. What lessons can we learn from the "fire" that consumed in Ezekiel 28:18? 4. How can Ezekiel 28:18 guide us in resisting temptation and sin today? 5. In what ways does Ezekiel 28:18 connect to the fall of Lucifer? 6. How can we apply the warnings in Ezekiel 28:18 to our daily lives? 7. How does Ezekiel 28:18 relate to the fall of Lucifer and Satan's origin story? 8. What historical context does Ezekiel 28:18 provide about the city of Tyre? 9. How does Ezekiel 28:18 challenge the concept of divine justice and punishment? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 28? 11. Why does Ezekiel 28 present Tyre's prince or king with traits that mirror those of Adam or Satan, yet no clear explanation is given for this blending of identities? 12. What are the key themes in Ezekiel's life story? 13. Has there been any historical or archaeological evidence to support the fulfillment of Malachi 4:3, where the righteous literally tread on the ashes of the wicked? 14. Ezekiel 44:28 indicates priests have no inheritance apart from the Lord--how does this align with land allotment practices known from other biblical or historical sources? Discussion Questions 1. How does the pride of the King of Tyre serve as a warning for us today in our personal and professional lives? 2. In what ways can we ensure that our "sanctuaries" (places of worship and our hearts) remain pure and undefiled? 3. How does the imagery of fire and ashes in Ezekiel 28:18 relate to other biblical depictions of judgment, and what can we learn from these connections? 4. What practical steps can we take to maintain integrity in our dealings with others, especially in business and commerce? 5. How does understanding God's sovereignty in judgment affect our perspective on current world events and personal challenges? Ezekiel 28 Bible Study Questions 1. What aspects of the Prince of Tyre's behavior led to his downfall? 2. How does Ezekiel's description of the King of Tyre parallel traditional views of Satan's fall? 3. What does the prophecy against Tyre teach about the dangers of pride and arrogance? 4. How might the Prince of Tyre's belief in his own divinity relate to modern forms of self-glorification? 5. Why does God decide to pass judgment against Sidon? 6. In what ways does the promise of restoration for Israel contrast with the judgment of Tyre and Sidon? 7. How can you apply the lessons of humility from this chapter in your daily life? 8. How can Ezekiel 28 serve as a reminder of God's sovereignty in a world that often glorifies self-sufficiency? 9. In what ways does the judgment of Tyre and Sidon illustrate God's fairness? 10. What can you learn from the comparison of the King of Tyre to a cherub in the Garden of Eden? 11. How does this chapter affect your understanding of God's justice? 12. Can you identify any modern parallels to the pride and downfall of the Prince and King of Tyre? 13. How does the promise of Israel's restoration provide hope in the face of judgment? 14. Why is it important to remember God's sovereignty in times of success and prosperity? 15. How can the church today heed the warnings found in Ezekiel 28? 16. How does the symbolism in this chapter deepen your understanding of God's character? 17. How might we guard against pride and self-deception in our own lives? 18. What can you learn about repentance and God's forgiveness from this chapter? 19. How does the concept of God "sanctifying Himself" in the sight of nations affect your understanding of His holiness? 20. What practical steps can we take to remember and honor God's sovereignty in our everyday life? Links Ezekiel 28:18 NIV Ezekiel 28:18 NLT Ezekiel 28:18 ESV Ezekiel 28:18 NASB Ezekiel 28:18 KJV Ezekiel 28:18 Commentaries Bible Hub