Bible Quiz On The Book Of Nahum

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How many chapters are there in the Book of Nahum?
- 8
- 3
- 6
- 10

About This Quiz

The book of Nahum is a prophetic oracle found the christian Holy Book, the Bible. How well do you know this book?

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What was the subject of Nahum's prophecies?
- The restoration of Ninevah
- The destruction of Nineveh
- The blessing of Ninevah
- The battle of Ninevah
Correct Answer

A. The destruction of Nineveh

Explanation

Nahum's prophecies focused on the destruction of Nineveh. This means that Nahum predicted the downfall and ruin of the city of Nineveh. The prophecies likely described the reasons for its destruction, the consequences that would follow, and possibly even the timeline or manner in which it would occur. The subject of Nahum's prophecies was not the restoration, blessing, or battle of Nineveh, but rather its ultimate destruction.

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3.

Which book comes before the book of Nahum?
- Haggai
- Habakkuk
- Micah
- Zachariah
Correct Answer

A. Micah

Explanation

Micah comes before the book of Nahum in the Old Testament. The books of the Old Testament are arranged in a specific order, and Micah is listed before Nahum. Therefore, Micah is the correct answer to the question.

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4.

Why did God punish the habitant of Israel?
- Because Israel were foolish
- Because Israel destroyed his Temple
- Because Israel worshiped idols
- Because israel were homosexuals
Correct Answer

A. Because Israel worshiped idols

Explanation

The correct answer is "Because Israel worshiped idols." In the Bible, the Israelites were repeatedly warned against worshiping false gods and idols. However, they often turned away from God and engaged in idol worship, which was considered a grave sin. As a result, God punished them to bring them back to Him and to teach them a lesson about the importance of staying faithful to Him alone.

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5.

Ninevah is the capital city of which empire?
- Babylon
- Jerusalem
- Edom
- Assyra
Correct Answer

A. Assyra

Explanation

Ninevah is the capital city of the Assyrian Empire.

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6.

What does the word 'Nahum' mean in Hebrew?
- Deliverar
- Savior
- Redemption
- Consolation
Correct Answer

A. Consolation

Explanation

The word 'Nahum' means consolation in Hebrew. In Hebrew, the word 'Nahum' is derived from the root word 'nacham', which means to comfort or console. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Consolation'.

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7.

In which year did Ninevah fall into destruction?
- 610 B.C
- 611 B.C
- 612 B.C
- 613 B.C
Correct Answer

A. 612 B.C

Explanation

In 612 B.C, Ninevah fell into destruction.

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8.

Where was the book of Nahum written?
- Jerusalem
- Nazareth
- Babylon
- Edom
Correct Answer

A. Jerusalem

Explanation

The book of Nahum was written in Jerusalem. This is because Nahum was a prophet who was active during the time of the Assyrian Empire, and Jerusalem was the capital of the Kingdom of Judah. Therefore, it is likely that Nahum wrote his book in Jerusalem, where he would have been located during this period.

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Who made Ninevah the capital of Assyrian Empire?
- King Assyrian
- King Ashurbanipal
- King Sennacherib
- King Nebraska
Correct Answer

A. King Sennacherib

Explanation

King Sennacherib made Ninevah the capital of the Assyrian Empire.

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10.

Who was the last great ruler before Assyrian fell?
- King Ashurbanipal
- King Samuel
- King Sennacherib
- King Nebdukah
Correct Answer

A. King Ashurbanipal

Explanation

King Ashurbanipal is considered the last great ruler before the fall of the Assyrian Empire. He ruled from 668 to 627 BC and was known for his military campaigns, administrative reforms, and patronage of arts and literature. Ashurbanipal expanded the empire to its largest extent and established a vast library in Nineveh, which contained thousands of clay tablets with valuable information about the ancient world. However, after his death, the empire faced internal conflicts, external invasions, and eventually fell to the Babylonians and Medes in 612 BC.

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