Daily Readings (Page 71)

How would you describe the nature of God’s curse in v. 3? What does God require of the priests in representing the people to him?

What are the specific duties which the priests have failed to fulfill? What are the consequences?

The prophet continues his indictment against the priests of Israel. What are the concerns described in v. 1?

How would you describe the end result of Yahweh’s “prophetic exhortation” in this summary verse?

How does God describe himself in v. 11? In contrast, how are the priests treating him in vv. 12-13?

What is God challenging through the rhetoric question in v. 9? What is God suggesting in v. 10?

How would you describe the people’s relationship or response to God?

What are two problems described here? Why are these two issues significant to the spiritual life of Israel?

To whom is this “prophetic exhortation” written? Why do you think this is significant?

What is the main theme of this passage?