◄ Exodus 22:21 ►
You must not exploit or oppress a foreign resident, for you yourselves were foreigners in the land of Egypt. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 22:21? 2. How does Exodus 22:21 guide our treatment of foreigners in our community today? 3. What historical context in Exodus 22:21 informs its command to not oppress foreigners? 4. How does Exodus 22:21 connect with Jesus' teachings on loving your neighbor? 5. In what ways can we apply Exodus 22:21 in modern church outreach programs? 6. How can Exodus 22:21 influence our attitudes towards immigration and refugees? 7. How does Exodus 22:21 reflect God's view on treatment of foreigners and strangers? 8. Why is the command in Exodus 22:21 significant in the context of ancient Israelite society? 9. What historical evidence supports the practice of Exodus 22:21 in ancient Israel? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 22? 11. How should we treat foreigners among us? 12. How should we treat foreigners among us? 13. What does the Bible say about diversity and inclusion? 14. Zechariah 7:9–10 commands mercy and compassion; how do these ideals reconcile with earlier Old Testament accounts of conquest and violence? Discussion Questions 1. How does the experience of the Israelites in Egypt shape their understanding of God's command in Exodus 22:21? 2. In what ways can we apply the principle of not exploiting or oppressing foreigners in our current societal context? 3. How do the additional scriptures in Leviticus and Deuteronomy expand on the command given in Exodus 22:21? 4. What are some practical ways we can show hospitality and love to foreigners in our communities today? 5. How does Jesus' teaching in Matthew 25:35-40 challenge us to rethink our attitudes and actions towards strangers and foreigners? Exodus 22 Bible Study Questions 1. How do the laws on theft and restitution reflect God's value of justice? 2. What do the laws regarding property damage reveal about personal responsibility? 3. How do the laws concerning the protection of virgins reflect God's concern for the dignity and worth of individuals? 4. In what ways do the laws against sorcery, bestiality, and idolatry demonstrate God's demand for purity? 5. How do the laws about protecting foreigners, widows, and orphans challenge societal norms of the time? 6. What principles of fairness and compassion can we glean from the laws on lending and borrowing? 7. How can the law regarding not charging interest to a poor person inform our economic practices today? 8. Why does God demand respect for leaders and prohibition of blasphemy? 9. How do the laws about offering the firstborn sons, cattle, and sheep emphasize the importance of sacrifice and dedication to God? 10. What does the law against eating the meat of a mauled animal signify about God's expectations for his holy people? 11. How might the law on handling an animal borrowed from a neighbor inform our responsibilities in modern-day situations of borrowing or lending? 12. How can the laws concerning stolen goods found in the possession of a thief apply to current laws and regulations? 13. How might the laws protecting the rights of a virgin woman speak to our contemporary understanding of consent and respect in relationships? 14. What do the laws about restitution teach us about repairing harm in our own communities today? 15. How do the provisions for widows and orphans reflect God's care for the vulnerable, and how can we apply this principle in our society? 16. How can the laws regarding lending without interest to the poor shape our understanding of economic justice today? 17. How do the laws concerning the treatment of foreign residents challenge our attitudes toward immigrants and refugees today? 18. Why is there such a severe penalty for idolatry and how does this relate to our worship practices today? 19. How does the command not to blaspheme God or curse the ruler of your people influence our speech and attitudes towards authorities today? 20. How does the prohibition of eating the meat of a mauled animal relate to issues of food ethics and health in contemporary society? Links Exodus 22:21 NIV Exodus 22:21 NLT Exodus 22:21 ESV Exodus 22:21 NASB Exodus 22:21 KJV Exodus 22:21 Commentaries Bible Hub