Our bible quiz questions delve into the awe-inspiring stories of the holy scripture and the miracles of the god mentioned in it. Take this bible quiz with your church friends and family to enhance your wisdom on these timeless teachings. 

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Bible Trivia Questions
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Following the crucifixion of Jesus, which individual approached Pontius Pilate to request possession of Jesus' body?

a) Simon of Cyrene

b) Joseph of Arimathea

c) Mary of Magdala

d) Apollos of Alexandria

Answer: b) Joseph of Arimathea

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Which specific symbol safeguarded the homes of the Israelites in Egypt from the devastating plague that targeted firstborn children?

a) a candle positioned in the window

b) bread placed inside the oven

c) a goat situated in the yard

d) blood smeared on the doorposts

Answer: d) blood on the doorposts

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How many apostles were personally chosen by Jesus Christ?

a) two

b) twelve

c) fifty

d) one thousand

Answer: b) twelve

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When Lot was hesitant to move far away from the soon-to-be-destroyed city of Sodom, where did he plead with the angels of God to allow him to reside?

a) Gaza

b) Haran

c) Ur

d) Zoar

Answer: d) Zoar

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Who approached Pontius Pilate to request the body of Jesus Christ after the crucifixion had taken place?

a) Simon of Cyrene

b) Joseph of Arimathea

c) Mary of Magdala

d) Apollos of Alexandria

Answer: b) Joseph of Arimathea

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According to the Book of James, which group of people does God bestow grace upon?

a) the wise

b) the merciful

c) the peacemakers

d) the humble

Answer: d) the humble

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Elijah, a servant of God, was transported to heaven in what manner?

a) within a whirlwind

b) aboard a chariot

c) ascending a stairway

d) by climbing a ladder

Answer: a) in a whirlwind

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In the prophecy of Isaiah, which of the following is not listed as one of Christ's names?

a) Mighty God

b) Everlasting Father

c) Prince of Peace

d) Hope of Man

Answer: d) Hope of Man

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Which well-known biblical figure shares their name with a lesser-known female character in the Bible?

a) Adam

b) Daniel

c) Moses

d) Noah

Answer: c) Moses

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Which of the following phrases is not found within the Song of Solomon?

a) “Your nose is like the tower of Lebanon.”

b) “Your navel is a rounded goblet.”

c) “Your fingers are like limbs of cedar.”

d) “Your eyes are the pools of Heshbon.”

Answer: c) “Your fingers are like limbs of cedar.”

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As stated in the Book of Proverbs, what precious metal cannot be compared to the value of wisdom?

a) silver

b) bronze

c) gold

d) iron

Answer: c) gold

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Which of these items was not among the gifts presented to baby Jesus by the wise men?

a) gold

b) diamonds

c) frankincense

d) myrrh

Answer: b) diamonds

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Bible Quiz

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What was the reason behind Pilate's wife advising her husband to avoid interfering with Jesus?

a) She was a believer in Isaiah's prophecies.

b) She had witnessed Jesus performing miracles.

c) She experienced a disturbing dream.

d) She was concerned about a potential uprising in Galilee.

Answer: c) She had had a bad dream.

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According to Paul's account in 2 Corinthians 11, which of the following hardships did he not endure?

a) shipwreck

b) beatings

c) wild animals

d) robbers

Answer: c) wild animals

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In the teachings of the Apostle Paul, which of the following is not included in the list of things to ponder?

a) whatever is true

b) whatever is pure

c) whatever is lovely

d) whatever is pleasing

Answer: d) whatever is pleasing

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The Apostle Paul cautioned Christians about being "yoked" with which of the following?

a) debt

b) unbelievers

c) sin

d) worldly wisdom

Answer: b) unbelievers

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Among Satan's temptations directed at Jesus, which of these did not occur?

a) turning stones into bread

b) leaping off the temple

c) worshiping the devil

d) striking the wicked with blindness

Answer: d) striking the wicked with blindness

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When Mary Magdalene first encountered the resurrected Christ, she initially believed Him to be

a) an angel

b) the gardener

c) a disciple playing a prank

d) John the Baptist

Answer: b) the gardener

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Jezebel orchestrated the murder of Naboth so that Ahab could claim possession of his

a) slaves

b) flocks

c) gold

d) vineyard

Answer: d) vineyard

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The Epistle of James instructs Christians on how to

a) prepare the Communion table

b) compose a proper thank-you note

c) develop a Sunday school curriculum for toddlers

d) live according to God's Word

Answer: d) live according to God's Word

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In his vision of the Revelation of Christ, how many golden lampstands, each symbolizing a church in Asia Minor, did John see?

a) three

b) five

c) seven

d) nine

Answer: c) seven

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When a woman in Bethany poured costly ointment on Jesus' head, He

a) praised her for performing a good deed for Him

b) was angered that his hairstyle was disrupted

c) considered the act a waste of resources

d) invoiced her for having His cloak professionally cleaned

Answer: a) said she had done something good for Him

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What statement did Jesus make immediately before His death on the cross?

a) “It is painful.”

b) “It is unfair.”

c) “It is finished.”

d) “It is necessary.”

Answer: c) “It is finished.”

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Aaron passed away at

a) Mount Sinai

b) the Mount of Olives

c) Mount Hor

d) Mount Everest

Answer: c) Mount Hor

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Ecclesiastes states that one should "remember your Creator" during which time?

a) in the days of your youth

b) when times of trouble come

c) as your years increase

d) in joy and in sorrow

Answer: a) in the days of your youth

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According to the Apostle Paul, in what manner will the day of Jesus' return arrive?

a) like a thief in the night

b) like a mighty trumpet

c) like a flash of lightning

d) like an eagle swooping

Answer: a) like a thief in the night

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Following Jesus' resurrection of a young girl, He proceeded to heal

a) a young boy with only two fish and a loaf of bread for lunch

b) two blind men

c) three blind mice

d) ten lepers

Answer: b) two blind men

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When an angel visited Gideon, he was concealing wheat from which group of people?

a) Canaanites

b) Jebusites

c) Midianites

d) Electric Lights

Answer: c) Midianites

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Upon leaving Nazareth, to which location did Jesus relocate?

a) Capernaum

b) Jerusalem

c) Cana

d) Bethany

Answer: a) Capernaum

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To whom is the Book of Acts addressed?

a) Theophilus

b) Barnabas

c) Cornelius

d) Eutychus

Answer: a) Theophilus

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Within the four Gospels, one can find

a) parables told by Jesus

b) the genealogy of Jesus' family

c) accounts of Jesus' resurrection

d) all of the above

Answer: d) all of the above

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