◄ Ezekiel 32:22 ►
Assyria is there with her whole company; her graves are all around her. All of them are slain, fallen by the sword. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 32:22? 2. How does Ezekiel 32:22 illustrate God's judgment on Assyria's pride and power? 3. What lessons can we learn from Assyria's downfall in Ezekiel 32:22? 4. How does Ezekiel 32:22 connect with God's justice throughout the Old Testament? 5. How can we apply the warnings in Ezekiel 32:22 to modern nations? 6. What personal pride should we surrender to God, reflecting on Ezekiel 32:22? 7. What is the significance of Assyria's mention in Ezekiel 32:22 for biblical prophecy? 8. How does Ezekiel 32:22 reflect God's judgment on nations? 9. Why is Assyria depicted in the pit in Ezekiel 32:22? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 32? 11. Are there any archaeological findings that confirm the severe judgments (famine, wild beasts, sword, plague) predicted in Ezekiel 14:13-21? 12. How can readers harmonize the severe judgment in Ezekiel 22:31 with passages in other books that emphasize God's mercy and willingness to forgive? 13. Why is there no mention of any other civilizations, such as Babylon or Egypt, being judged in the same manner as described in Ezekiel 22:15, despite historical records of their own atrocities? 14. Ezekiel 32:11-15 - Do these specific predictions of destruction align with known Egyptian history, or are there discrepancies that suggest a historical or prophetic mismatch? Discussion Questions 1. How does the downfall of Assyria in Ezekiel 32:22 serve as a warning for modern nations and individuals? 2. In what ways can pride manifest in our personal lives, and how can we guard against it in light of Assyria's example? 3. How does the theme of divine justice in Ezekiel 32:22 connect with the broader biblical account of God's judgment and redemption? 4. What lessons can we learn from the historical context of Assyria's rise and fall that apply to our current world situation? 5. How can we find comfort and hope in God's sovereignty when facing seemingly insurmountable challenges, as illustrated by the fate of Assyria? Ezekiel 32 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the imagery used to describe Pharaoh and his downfall relate to the broader themes of power and judgment? 2. How does this chapter reflect on the temporary nature of earthly power? 3. In what ways can the lamentation of Ezekiel be seen as a warning for present-day nations? 4. How does the theme of God's sovereignty play out in this chapter? 5. How can you apply the lessons from the downfall of these nations to your own life? 6. How can one guard against the kind of pride exemplified by Pharaoh and these other nations? 7. What does Ezekiel 32 suggest about the fate of the unrepentant in the afterlife? 8. How does the image of the Pit resonate with your understanding of God’s judgment? 9. How does the description of Egypt’s downfall encourage humility and reliance on God? 10. What does the repeated phrase "Then they will know that I am the Lord" suggest about God's purpose in judgment? 11. How does this chapter depict the role of a prophet in announcing divine judgment? 12. How might the themes of this chapter apply to institutions or systems today that resist God’s ways? 13. How does the downfall of other nations as described in this chapter relate to your understanding of divine justice? 14. How does Ezekiel’s lamentation encourage you to evaluate your sources of security and trust? 15. In what ways does the prophecy of Egypt's downfall reflect on the balance between God's justice and mercy? 16. What are the practical implications for believers when confronted with the reality of divine judgment? 17. How can this chapter's theme of divine sovereignty help you deal with current global uncertainties? 18. How can believers maintain hope in God's justice, as illustrated in Ezekiel 32, in a world where it seems wickedness often prevails? 19. How can this chapter inspire you to live a life of humility and obedience to God's commandments? 20. How can the themes of mortality and the afterlife in this chapter influence your perspective on life and eternity? Links Ezekiel 32:22 NIV Ezekiel 32:22 NLT Ezekiel 32:22 ESV Ezekiel 32:22 NASB Ezekiel 32:22 KJV Ezekiel 32:22 Commentaries Bible Hub