◄ Deuteronomy 27:20 ►
Cursed is he who sleeps with his father's wife, for he has violated his father's marriage bed.' And let all the people say, 'Amen!' Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Deuteronomy 27:20? 2. How does Deuteronomy 27:20 emphasize the importance of sexual purity in relationships? 3. What consequences are outlined for disobedience in Deuteronomy 27:20? 4. How does Deuteronomy 27:20 connect with the Ten Commandments on honoring family? 5. How can we uphold the principles in Deuteronomy 27:20 in modern society? 6. What steps can we take to avoid the sin mentioned in Deuteronomy 27:20? 7. Why does Deuteronomy 27:20 specifically condemn sleeping with one's father's wife? 8. How does Deuteronomy 27:20 reflect the cultural norms of ancient Israel? 9. What is the historical context behind the curse in Deuteronomy 27:20? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 27? 11. What is the curse of the law? 12. Is the law based on faith or works? 13. What does the Bible say about incest? 14. (Genesis 35:22) Why is Reuben’s act with Bilhah mentioned only briefly here, and does it conflict with other passages describing moral or legal consequences? Discussion Questions 1. How does the communal response of "Amen" in Deuteronomy 27:20 reflect the importance of community accountability in maintaining moral standards? 2. In what ways can the church today uphold the sanctity of marriage as described in this passage? 3. How does the account of Reuben in Genesis 35:22 serve as a warning for us regarding the consequences of violating family relationships? 4. What steps can individuals take to guard against sexual immorality and maintain purity in their relationships? 5. How can the principles found in Deuteronomy 27:20 be applied to modern issues of sexual ethics within the Christian community? Deuteronomy 27 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the act of inscribing the law on stones symbolize the importance of God's commandments? 2. Why was it significant to use uncut stones for the altar? 3. How do the blessings and curses relate to the concept of collective responsibility? 4. In what ways do communal rituals strengthen a community's bond and shared purpose? 5. Why were specific tribes chosen for blessings and others for curses? 6. How do the detailed curses speak to the moral and ethical priorities of the Israelite community? 7. In today's context, how can we set up 'markers' or reminders of our commitments and values? 8. How do you think communities today handle collective responsibility? 9. What are the consequences in modern society for disregarding shared ethical standards? 10. How can we promote collective obedience to shared moral principles in a diverse society? 11. Reflect on a time when you felt the weight of collective responsibility. What did you learn from it? 12. How does the concept of blessings and curses resonate in our modern understanding of karma or "what goes around, comes around"? 13. How do you define 'rejoicing in the Lord's presence' in your life? 14. Can you identify 'mountains of blessing and curse' in your own life or community? 15. How can affirming good practices or condemning bad ones, as a community, influence individual behavior? 16. In the face of societal wrongs, how can communities come together to make amends? 17. What modern rituals or practices can be likened to the communal acknowledgment of these curses and blessings? 18. How might the act of collectively saying "Amen" to each curse influence the psyche of the Israelites? 19. In a world driven by individualism, how can we promote the importance of collective good and shared values? 20. How do you balance personal beliefs with communal responsibilities in your daily life? Links Deuteronomy 27:20 NIV Deuteronomy 27:20 NLT Deuteronomy 27:20 ESV Deuteronomy 27:20 NASB Deuteronomy 27:20 KJV Deuteronomy 27:20 Commentaries Bible Hub