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A priest must not defile himself by going near a dead person. However, for a father, a mother, a son, a daughter, a brother, or an unmarried sister, he may do so, Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 44:25? 2. How does Ezekiel 44:25 guide priests in maintaining ceremonial purity today? 3. Why are priests restricted from defiling themselves for the dead in Ezekiel 44:25? 4. How does Ezekiel 44:25 connect to Levitical laws on priestly purity? 5. What modern practices help maintain spiritual purity, reflecting Ezekiel 44:25's principles? 6. How can Christians apply the concept of holiness from Ezekiel 44:25 in daily life? 7. Why does Ezekiel 44:25 restrict priests from contact with the dead? 8. How does Ezekiel 44:25 reflect on the holiness required of priests? 9. What historical context influenced the laws in Ezekiel 44:25? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 44? 11. How historically accurate is the claim in Leviticus 21:1–4 that any contact with the dead (apart from immediate family) defiled a priest? 12. 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? 13. Ezekiel 44:15 singles out Zadokite priests for special privileges--where is the historical record or proof that this priestly line remained uniquely faithful? 14. Ezekiel 44's temple regulations appear highly specific, yet no archaeological site conclusively matches this description--could this be evidence the prophecy was purely symbolic or never fulfilled? Discussion Questions 1. How does the requirement for priests to avoid defilement by a dead body reflect the broader biblical theme of holiness? 2. In what ways can modern believers apply the principle of being set apart for God in their daily lives? 3. How do the exceptions for family members in Ezekiel 44:25 demonstrate God's understanding of human relationships? 4. What parallels can be drawn between the Old Testament laws of ritual purity and the New Testament teachings on spiritual purity? 5. How can the concept of balancing family obligations with spiritual duties be applied in contemporary Christian living? Ezekiel 44 Bible Study Questions 1. Reflect on the significance of the Eastern Gate being closed. How does this symbolize God's holiness? 2. How does the demotion of the Levites relate to the consequences of sin and disobedience? 3. Why were the Zadokite priests given higher duties in the Temple? 4. What is the role of purity and holiness in worship according to Ezekiel 44? 5. How do the instructions about the priests' clothing and behavior emphasize the importance of external and internal purity? 6. How can the principles laid down for the Zadokite priests apply to Christian leaders today? 7. How does the separation of duties between the Levites and the Zadokite priests highlight the impact of faithfulness versus disobedience? 8. In what ways are the regulations in Ezekiel 44 relevant to our worship of God today? 9. How does this chapter illustrate the consequences of leading others astray? 10. How can we ensure we are faithful in our service, akin to the Zadokite priests? 11. How do the roles and responsibilities of the priests reflect the seriousness with which God regards worship? 12. How does this passage challenge our understanding of holiness in our lives? 13. How can the lessons in this chapter apply to our understanding of grace and second chances, given the Levites' revised role? 14. How can the prophetic vision in Ezekiel 44 inspire our hope and expectation for God's kingdom? 15. What does the chapter say about the connection between holiness and God's presence? 16. In what ways does Ezekiel 44 remind us of our responsibility as spiritual leaders in our communities? 17. What steps can we take to live out the teachings of Ezekiel 44 in our daily lives? 18. How can we, as a church, help each other maintain the right heart and attitude in worship? 19. In the light of Ezekiel 44, how should we react when we realize our leaders or we ourselves have led people astray? 20. How does this chapter affect your understanding of God's standards for worship and service in His name? Links Ezekiel 44:25 NIV Ezekiel 44:25 NLT Ezekiel 44:25 ESV Ezekiel 44:25 NASB Ezekiel 44:25 KJV Ezekiel 44:25 Commentaries Bible Hub