◄ Ezekiel 46:17 ►
But if he gives a gift from his inheritance to one of his servants, it will belong to that servant until the year of freedom; then it will revert to the prince. His inheritance belongs only to his sons; it shall be theirs. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 46:17? 2. How does Ezekiel 46:17 illustrate the importance of honoring family inheritance rights? 3. What does Ezekiel 46:17 teach about the permanence of God's decrees? 4. How can we apply Ezekiel 46:17 to respecting others' property today? 5. How does Ezekiel 46:17 connect to the biblical theme of justice and fairness? 6. In what ways does Ezekiel 46:17 reflect God's concern for future generations? 7. What does Ezekiel 46:17 reveal about the permanence of gifts from a prince to his servants? 8. How does Ezekiel 46:17 reflect the social hierarchy in ancient Israelite society? 9. What theological implications arise from the temporary nature of gifts in Ezekiel 46:17? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 46? 11. Who is the 'prince' in Ezekiel 45:7-8, and why does he appear to play a role distinct from other messianic prophecies in Scripture? 12. Ezekiel 46:2-3 outlines rituals for a 'prince' in the temple; why is there no clear historical or archaeological evidence of a ruler fulfilling these specific temple duties? 13. How can Ezekiel 37:25-28's everlasting covenant and sanctuary be understood when there seems to be no clear historical or present-day fulfillment matching this depiction? 14. How do we reconcile the detailed land allotments in Ezekiel 48 with other biblical passages that describe differing boundaries for these tribes? Discussion Questions 1. How does the concept of inheritance in Ezekiel 46:17 relate to our spiritual inheritance as believers in Christ? 2. In what ways can the temporary nature of the servant's gift remind us of the transient nature of earthly possessions? 3. How can the principles of the Year of Jubilee inspire us to seek restoration and freedom in our personal lives and communities? 4. What lessons can we learn from the prince's role in managing his inheritance about stewardship and responsibility in our own lives? 5. How does understanding our identity as heirs of God's kingdom influence the way we live and interact with others? Ezekiel 46 Bible Study Questions 1. What does Ezekiel 46 tell us about God's character? 2. How can the rules about Sabbath and New Moon observance apply to our modern observance of rest and worship? 3. How do the detailed instructions for sacrifices reflect on the seriousness of worship? 4. How does the prince's role in the worship mirror Christ's role in Christian worship? 5. What does the prince's duty to provide fair inheritance teach us about leadership and justice? 6. In what ways can the regulations for the prince's inheritance be applied to modern discussions about wealth and social responsibility? 7. How does the emphasis on fair stewardship in this chapter influence your understanding of responsible leadership? 8. What can we learn from the priests' role in handling the guilt and sin offerings? 9. How does the requirement to avoid transmitting holiness to the people through the offerings apply to us today? 10. How do the principles of worship and sacrifice in Ezekiel 46 influence your personal devotion and worship practices? 11. What practical lessons can be drawn from the prince entering and leaving with the people during festivals? 12. What can modern-day leaders learn from the prince’s instructions in Ezekiel 46? 13. How does the detail about the cooking place of offerings help us understand the concept of holiness? 14. How can we apply the principles of worship laid out in Ezekiel 46 to our church services today? 15. How do the principles of justice and leadership in this chapter influence your understanding of civic responsibilities? 16. What significance does the eastern gate of the temple hold and how does it symbolize our approach to worship? 17. How does this chapter challenge our understanding of service, humility, and justice in leadership? 18. How can the daily offerings in Ezekiel 46 guide our daily devotions? 19. How does the emphasis on order and regulations in Ezekiel 46 reflect in our lives and communities today? 20. How do you reconcile the detailed sacrificial systems in Ezekiel with the New Testament teaching of Jesus being the ultimate sacrifice? Links Ezekiel 46:17 NIV Ezekiel 46:17 NLT Ezekiel 46:17 ESV Ezekiel 46:17 NASB Ezekiel 46:17 KJV Ezekiel 46:17 Commentaries Bible Hub