Bible Quiz On The Book Of Malachi

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    What is the name of the last book in the Old Testament?

    • Habakkuk
    • Zachariah
    • Malachi
    • Haggai
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The Book of Malachi is a one of the books in the Christian Bible attributed to a prophet while God's people were in exile. How well do you know your Bible?

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  • 2. 

    What book comes before the book of Malachi?

    • Zachariah

    • Haggai

    • Daniel

    • Habakkuk

    Correct Answer
    A. Zachariah
    Explanation
    The book of Zachariah comes before the book of Malachi in the Bible. Zachariah is one of the Minor Prophets and is located in the Old Testament. It is followed by the book of Malachi, which is the last book in the Old Testament.

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  • 3. 

    What does the word "Malachias" in Hebrew mean?

    • Messiah

    • Messenger

    • Man of war

    • Deliverar

    Correct Answer
    A. Messenger
    Explanation
    The word "Malachias" in Hebrew means "Messenger." In Hebrew, the word "malach" translates to "messenger" or "angel." This word is often used to refer to someone who is sent to deliver a message or communicate on behalf of someone else. Therefore, "Messenger" is the correct answer to the question.

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  • 4. 

    In which B.C was the book of Malachi approximately written?

    • 410 B.C

    • 420 B.C

    • 430 B.C

    • 440 B.C

    Correct Answer
    A. 430 B.C
    Explanation
    The Book of Malachi is generally believed to have been written around 430 B.C. It is the last book of the Old Testament in the Christian Bible and is part of the Minor Prophets in the Hebrew Bible. The book addresses issues related to the Jewish community after their return from the Babylonian exile, during the period of rebuilding the temple and re-establishing religious practices. This time frame aligns with approximately 430 B.C., making it the most widely accepted date.

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  • 5. 

    What was Malachi's message addressing in the last chapter of the Holy book?

    • The coming of Christ

    • The coming of John the Baptist

    • The terrible day of the Lord's coming

    • The Ten commandments

    Correct Answer
    A. The terrible day of the Lord's coming
    Explanation
    In the last chapter of the Holy book, Malachi's message is addressing the terrible day of the Lord's coming. This means that Malachi is warning about the day when God will judge the world and bring about his final judgment. The message focuses on the consequences of people's actions and the importance of repentance before the day of judgment. Malachi's message serves as a reminder of the seriousness and significance of the day when the Lord will come to judge the world.

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  • 6. 

    To which people did Malachi write this book?

    • Tribes of Judah

    • Tribes of Simon

    • Tribes of Levi

    • Tribes of Zebulun

    Correct Answer
    A. Tribes of Judah
    Explanation
    Malachi wrote this book specifically to the Tribes of Judah. This is evident from the context and content of the book, which addresses issues specific to the people of Judah. The book focuses on rebuking the people for their unfaithfulness, their neglect of the temple, and their failure to bring proper offerings. It also speaks about the coming of the Messiah, who would bring judgment and restoration to the people of Judah. Therefore, the correct answer is Tribes of Judah.

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  • 7. 

    What is the primary theme addressed in the Book of Malachi?

    • The rebuilding of the temple

    • The people's lack of faith and religious negligence

    • The liberation of Israel from exile

    • The prophecies regarding the coming of King David

    Correct Answer
    A. The people's lack of faith and religious negligence
    Explanation
    The Book of Malachi primarily addresses the spiritual and religious negligence of the Jewish people after their return from the Babylonian exile. Malachi criticizes the priests for offering blemished sacrifices and the people for neglecting proper worship, failing to tithe, and turning away from God’s commandments. The book also includes prophecies about the coming of a messenger (often associated with John the Baptist) who would prepare the way for the Messiah. The theme of rebuilding the temple (option A) was more central to the book of Haggai, while options C and D are unrelated to Malachi.

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    What is the central theme of the book of Malachi?

    • To rebuke the scribes

    • To correct the story of the beginning in Genesis

    • To correct the lax religious behaviors of the Israelite

    • To prophecy doom on the teachers of the law

    Correct Answer
    A. To correct the lax religious behaviors of the Israelite
    Explanation
    The central theme of the book of Malachi is to correct the lax religious behaviors of the Israelites. The book addresses issues such as offering blemished sacrifices, neglecting the priesthood, and marrying foreign women. Malachi emphasizes the importance of true worship, faithfulness to God's commandments, and the need for repentance. The prophet challenges the people to return to a genuine and wholehearted relationship with God, urging them to honor Him in their worship and daily lives.

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    Which category of people was Malachi's message popularly directed to his book?

    • The unbelievers

    • The priests

    • Families

    • The warlords

    Correct Answer
    A. The priests
    Explanation
    Malachi's message was popularly directed to the priests. In his book, Malachi addresses the priests and confronts them about their lack of faithfulness, their failure to teach and uphold God's laws, and their corrupt practices. He urges them to repent and return to their duties with sincerity and reverence. The message is specifically targeted towards the religious leaders of that time, highlighting their responsibilities and calling them to account for their actions.

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  • 10. 

    In the Latin Vulgate,how many chapters does the Book of Malachi have in the Old Testament?

    • 4

    • 3

    • 2

    • 1

    Correct Answer
    A. 4
    Explanation
    The Book of Malachi in the Latin Vulgate has 4 chapters in the Old Testament.

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