Then I lifted up my eyes and saw two women approaching, with the wind in their wings. Their wings were like those of a stork, and they lifted up the basket between heaven and earth. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Zechariah 5:9? 2. How does Zechariah 5:9 illustrate God's judgment and justice in our lives? 3. What do the "two women" symbolize in Zechariah 5:9's vision? 4. How can we apply the message of Zechariah 5:9 to modern-day society? 5. What connections exist between Zechariah 5:9 and other prophetic visions in Scripture? 6. How does Zechariah 5:9 encourage us to pursue righteousness and holiness daily? 7. What is the significance of the two women with wings in Zechariah 5:9? 8. How do the winged women in Zechariah 5:9 fit into biblical angelology? 9. Why are the women in Zechariah 5:9 described with stork-like wings? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Zechariah 5? 11. How should we reconcile the imagery of stork-winged women transporting the basket in Zechariah 5:9 with the broader biblical prohibition of associating with pagan symbols? 12. Do angels have a specific gender? 13. Why does Zechariah 5:11 place wickedness in Shinar, and is there any historical or textual indication this actually happened in postexilic times? 14. What visions and messages did Zechariah receive from God? Discussion Questions 1. How does the imagery of the two women with stork-like wings challenge or reinforce your understanding of how God deals with sin?2. In what ways does the removal of the basket between heaven and earth reflect God's plan for dealing with wickedness in the world today? 3. How can the symbolism of the stork inform our understanding of God's use of unexpected means to fulfill His purposes? 4. What parallels can you draw between this vision in Zechariah and the parables of Jesus regarding the separation of the righteous and the wicked? 5. How does this passage encourage you to live a life of holiness and vigilance against sin in your own life?1. What does the flying scroll symbolize in Zechariah's first vision? 2. How does the vision of the flying scroll emphasize the consequences of sin? 3. How can you relate the consequences of sin illustrated in Zechariah's visions to real-life situations? 4. In the second vision, why is wickedness personified as a woman? 5. What does the transportation of wickedness to Babylon symbolize? 6. How can these visions inspire us to examine our own lives and actions? 7. What insights about God's character can we glean from these visions? 8. How do these visions portray the theme of divine judgement? 9. If you were Zechariah, how would you respond to these visions? 10. How can you apply the lessons from Zechariah 5 to your daily life? 11. How can the imagery of sin's pervasive and destructive nature in Zechariah 5 serve as a warning in your personal life? 12. How does this chapter highlight the importance of obeying God's commandments? 13. What does this passage teach about the dangers of ignoring God's warnings about sin? 14. What parallels can you draw between the banishment of wickedness to Babylon and the world today? 15. If God showed you a vision of a "flying scroll" in your life, what sin might it point to? 16. How can we ensure that our homes are not consumed by the "scroll" - the pervasive nature of sin? 17. In what ways can we, as believers, help to "carry away" wickedness from our communities, similar to the women with stork wings in the vision? 18. How does the vision of the woman in the basket inspire you to change any sinful behaviors? 19. What actions can we take in our lives today to respond to God's call for righteousness? 20. How can we use this chapter as a guide to pray for our communities and the world, concerning the eradication of wickedness? Links Zechariah 5:9 NIVZechariah 5:9 NLT Zechariah 5:9 ESV Zechariah 5:9 NASB Zechariah 5:9 KJV Zechariah 5:9 Commentaries Bible Hub |



