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the descendants of Hashum, 223; Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezra 2:19? 2. What significance does the number of descendants in Ezra 2:19 hold for us today? 3. How does Ezra 2:19 reflect God's faithfulness to His people? 4. What can we learn about community restoration from Ezra 2:19? 5. How does Ezra 2:19 connect to God's promises in the Old Testament? 6. How can we apply the principles of Ezra 2:19 in our church community? 7. What is the significance of the sons of Hashum in Ezra 2:19? 8. How does Ezra 2:19 contribute to understanding Israel's post-exilic community? 9. Why is the genealogy in Ezra 2:19 important for biblical history? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezra 2? 11. How many were the children of Hashum? Two hundred and twenty-three (Ezra 2:19) Three hundred and twenty-eight (Nehemiah 7:22) 12. Who was the father of Shealtiel? (Matthew 1:12 vs. 1 Chronicles 3:17) 13. How many were the children of Bethel and Ai? Two hundred and twenty-three (Ezra 2:28) One hundred and twenty-three (Nehemiah 7:32) 14. Zechariah 8:13: How could the house of Judah and Israel become blessings to other nations in light of ongoing regional strife? Discussion Questions 1. What does the inclusion of specific family names, like the descendants of Hashum, teach us about the importance of individual contributions to God's work? 2. How can we apply the concept of spiritual heritage in our own lives and communities today? 3. In what ways does the return from exile in Ezra reflect God's faithfulness, and how can this encourage us in our personal journeys? 4. How can we foster a sense of community and belonging within our church or spiritual family, similar to the community of exiles returning to Jerusalem? 5. Reflect on a time when you felt restored or renewed by God. How does the account of the exiles' return inspire you to trust in God's restorative power? Ezra 2 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Ezra 2 emphasize the importance of community in the restoration process? 2. Why was keeping track of family lineage so crucial in the returned exiles' context? 3. What role does spiritual leadership play in the rebuilding of a nation, as illustrated by the returning priests? 4. What does the generosity in the gifts for the temple rebuilding tell us about the returnees' faith? 5. How would you respond today if your genealogical background was questioned like those in verses 59-63? 6. How do the listings in Ezra 2 reflect the concept of everyone having a unique role in a community? 7. How does the return from exile in Ezra 2 mirror the spiritual journey of a Christian believer? 8. In modern times, how can we ensure the preservation of our spiritual heritage? 9. How does the book of Ezra 2 encourage us to participate in community building? 10. How can we apply the principles of collective effort, as seen in the rebuilding of the temple, in our present-day situations? 11. How does the faith of the Israelites inspire your personal faith journey? 12. How can we emulate the commitment of the returning exiles in our personal lives? 13. What lessons can we learn from the way the Israelites responded to the call to return to their homeland? 14. How does the census in Ezra 2 mirror the idea of personal accountability to God? 15. How can the story of Ezra 2 influence our understanding of community restoration in the face of adversity? 16. In what ways can we see God's hand in the return of the Israelites from exile? 17. How can the giving spirit of the returning exiles inspire us to contribute to our communities today? 18. What does the reference to uncertain genealogies tell us about identity and belonging in a community? 19. How can we respond with faith and action when called upon to contribute to a bigger cause, like the Israelites were in rebuilding the temple? 20. What can we learn from Ezra 2 about maintaining and strengthening our spiritual and community identities in an increasingly globalized world? Links Ezra 2:19 NIV Ezra 2:19 NLT Ezra 2:19 ESV Ezra 2:19 NASB Ezra 2:19 KJV Ezra 2:19 Commentaries Bible Hub