Facts About Book Of Numbers

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The book of Numbers is the fourth book of the Bible and also the fourth out of the five Moses wrote. It is the book that displayed the cowardice of a certain generation of the children of Israel their distrust in God made Him to remand them in the wilderness and making the promise to a younger generation. The book contained the story of the spies who went to spy Canaan and the reports of 10 of them which irritated God but Joshua and Caleb were courageous and fearless despite what they saw. Can you pass this Quiz?

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1.

Why is the book also called the book of Moses?
- A.
  
  Moses wrote it
- B.
  
  It was the book that talked about the birth and childhood of Moses
- C.
  
  It was a story of Moses and the children of Israel
- D.
  
  It was where the laws were written
Correct Answer
C. It was a story of Moses and the children of Israel

Explanation
The book is also called the book of Moses because it tells the story of Moses and the children of Israel. It likely includes accounts of Moses' life, his leadership of the Israelites, and their journey out of Egypt. The book may also contain laws and commandments given by God to Moses for the Israelites to follow.

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2.

What is the name of the book in Hebrew?
- A.
  
  Midbar
- B.
  
  Hafsaka
- C.
  
  Aviv
- D.
  
  Bmidar
Correct Answer
D. Bmidar

Explanation
"Bmidar" is the correct answer because it is the only option that resembles a Hebrew word. The other options, "Midbar," "Hafsaka," and "Aviv," do not sound like Hebrew words and do not seem to be the name of a book in Hebrew.

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3.

Most commentators have divided the book into how many?
- A.
  
  5
- B.
  
  4
- C.
  
  3
- D.
  
  2
Correct Answer
C. 3

Explanation
The book has been divided into three parts according to most commentators.

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4.

What made God postpone their capture of the promise Land till the future generation?
- A.
  
  They lacked Faith
- B.
  
  They love the wilderness
- C.
  
  The land had giants
- D.
  
  They didn't pray enough
Correct Answer
A. They lacked Faith

Explanation
The reason God postponed their capture of the promised land until the future generation was because they lacked faith. This lack of faith was evident in their doubts and complaints throughout their journey, despite witnessing numerous miracles and signs of God's presence. Their disbelief in God's promises and their fear of the giants in the land demonstrated their lack of trust in God's ability to fulfill his word. Therefore, God chose to wait for a generation that would have stronger faith and fully trust in his guidance and provision.

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5.

How many people perished when struck with a plague?
- A.
  
  8,000
- B.
  
  12,000
- C.
  
  14,700
- D.
  
  10,000
Correct Answer
C. 14,700

Explanation
During the plague, a total of 14,700 people perished.

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6.

The book of Numbers began after how many years they left Egypt?
- A.
  
  2
- B.
  
  3
- C.
  
  4
- D.
  
  1
Correct Answer
A. 2

Explanation
The book of Numbers began after 2 years they left Egypt.

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7.

How many verses are in the book of Numbers?
- A.
  
  1,288
- B.
  
  1,678
- C.
  
  2,100
- D.
  
  1,005
Correct Answer
A. 1,288

Explanation
The book of Numbers contains 1,288 verses.

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8.

How many years of history did number almost cover?
- A.
  
  27
- B.
  
  40
- C.
  
  39
- D.
  
  50
Correct Answer
C. 39

Explanation
The correct answer is 39. This suggests that the number almost covered 39 years of history.

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9.

According to History, how many days did Number 1:1 to 10:11 cover?
- A.
  
  7
- B.
  
  21
- C.
  
  30
- D.
  
  5
Correct Answer
B. 21

Explanation
The given answer of 21 is correct because Number 1:1 to 10:11 covers a total of 21 days.

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10.

How many days did the mission of the spies last?
- A.
  
  40
- B.
  
  21
- C.
  
  70
- D.
  
  10
Correct Answer
A. 40

Explanation
The mission of the spies lasted for 40 days.

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