Judges 18
Bible Study Questions

1. How does the behaviour of the Danites reflect on the society and values of the time?

2. Why do you think the Danites felt it was necessary to steal Micah's idols and priest?

3. How does the narrative reflect the concept of moral relativism?

4. How might Micah have felt when his idols were stolen? What does this say about the attachment to physical representations of faith?

5. How does the Levite's willingness to serve the Danites reflect on his character and spiritual dedication?

6. What lessons can we learn from the way the people of Laish lived their lives?

7. How does the establishment of the city of Dan reflect the human need for territorial identity?

8. What consequences do you think the Danites faced due to their departure from God's guidance?

9. How can we apply the lessons from Judges 18 to prevent idolatry in our lives?

10. How does Judges 18 illustrate the dangers of abandoning Divine guidance?

11. What steps can you take in your own life to ensure you are following God's guidance rather than your own understanding?

12. What does the chapter say about the role of spiritual leaders in society?

13. How does Judges 18 speak to the issues of materialism and power in contemporary society?

14. How would you have responded differently to the situation if you were in the place of the Danites, Micah, or the Levite?

15. In our modern context, what can constitute idolatry and how can we guard ourselves against it?

16. How can the story of the Danites inspire us to handle conflicts or make important decisions in our lives?

17. How can we ensure we are not compromising our faith in the pursuit of prosperity or security?

18. How does Judges 18 inform your understanding of how to interact with cultures or traditions different from your own?

19. If you were Micah, how would you have dealt with the loss of your idols and the Levite priest?

20. How does Judges 18 challenge you to reflect on your own personal faith journey?



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