Joshua 1-4
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What was to be carried over the Jordan River ahead of the Israelites? -Joshua 3:4, 6
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The staff of Moses
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A jar of manna
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The Ark of the Covenant
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This quiz focuses on events from Joshua chapters 1-4. It assesses understanding of key biblical narratives such as Rahab's interaction with the spies, the crossing of the Jordan River, and the role of the Ark of the Covenant. Ideal for learners exploring biblical history and theology.
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What did God tell Joshua to have the 12 leaders, one from each tribe, go back into the river to get? Joshua 4:3
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12 stones where the priests had been standing
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12 cups of water to save with the testimony
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12 samples of the dirt from the dry ground where they had crossed over
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A. 12 stones where the priests had been standingExplanation
In Joshua 4:3, God instructed Joshua to have the 12 leaders, one from each tribe, go back into the river to retrieve 12 stones. These stones were to be taken from the place where the priests had been standing. This was done to serve as a memorial and a sign for future generations, reminding them of the miraculous crossing of the Jordan River by the Israelites.Rate this question:
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What did Joshua put in the middle of the river where the priests had stood with the ark of the covenant? Joshua 4:9
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12 poles
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12 stones
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12 sandals
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A. 12 stonesExplanation
In Joshua 4:9, it is mentioned that Joshua put 12 stones in the middle of the river where the priests had stood with the ark of the covenant. These stones were placed as a memorial to commemorate the miraculous crossing of the Jordan River by the Israelites. Each of the 12 stones represented one of the 12 tribes of Israel, symbolizing their unity and the faithfulness of God in leading them to the Promised Land.Rate this question:
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What time of year did the Israelites cross the Jordan? Joshua 3:15
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During the winter, when the river is almost reaching the banks
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During the summer, when the river is nearly dry
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During harvest time, when the river is always at its fullest and overflowing its banks
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A. During harvest time, when the river is always at its fullest and overflowing its banksExplanation
The correct answer is during harvest time, when the river is always at its fullest and overflowing its banks. This is supported by the fact that the Israelites crossed the Jordan in Joshua 3:15, and during harvest time, rivers are typically at their highest levels due to the melting snow and increased rainfall. Therefore, it would have been the most challenging time to cross the river, but also the most opportune time for the Israelites to do so.Rate this question:
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Who was to carry the ark of the covenant across the Jordan River? -Josh 3:6
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Joshua and Caleb
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The leaders of the tribe of Judah
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The priests
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A. The priestsExplanation
In Joshua 3:6, it is mentioned that the priests were to carry the ark of the covenant across the Jordan River. The ark of the covenant was a sacred object representing the presence of God, and only the priests were designated to handle it. This responsibility was given to the priests to ensure that the ark was treated with reverence and to maintain the sanctity of the covenant between God and the Israelites. Therefore, the priests were the ones entrusted with the task of carrying the ark across the Jordan River.Rate this question:
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What did the Israeli spies tell Rahab, the Jericho harlot, to do, so that she and her family, who were in her house, would be passed over when they came to destroy the city? Joshua 2:18
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Repent and profess obedience to God's Law
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Lie to the authorities in her community about her knowledge of the plans of the Israelis
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Tie a scarlet cord in her window
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A. Tie a scarlet cord in her windowExplanation
The Israeli spies instructed Rahab to tie a scarlet cord in her window. This would serve as a sign for the Israelite army to spare her and her family when they came to destroy the city of Jericho.Rate this question:
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At what point did the water start flowing in the river again? Joshua 4:18
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When there was an earthquake in the town of Adam
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When the priests stepped out of the river onto the bank
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When Joshua put the 12 stones in the middle of the river
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A. When the priests stepped out of the river onto the bankExplanation
When the priests stepped out of the river onto the bank, the water started flowing in the river again. This suggests that the act of the priests stepping out of the river was significant in causing the water to flow once more.Rate this question:
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What did Joshua say would happen when the priests entered the Jordan River with the ark of the covenant? Joshua 3:13
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The angels in heaven would start to sing
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The water will stop flowing and fill up behind that place like a dam
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A bridge of dry ground would appear above the water
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A. The water will stop flowing and fill up behind that place like a damExplanation
According to Joshua 3:13, Joshua said that when the priests entered the Jordan River with the ark of the covenant, the water would stop flowing and fill up behind that place like a dam. This suggests that Joshua believed in a miraculous intervention by God, where the natural flow of the river would be halted to allow the Israelites to cross on dry ground.Rate this question:
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Where was the ark of the covenant while all of the Israelites were crossing over the Jordan River on dry ground? Joshua 3:17
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The priests had set it up on the other side of the river
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The priests continued carrying the ark 1000 ft ahead of the Israelites
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The priest held the ark in the middle of the Jordan River while every crossed.
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A. The priest held the ark in the middle of the Jordan River while every crossed.Explanation
According to Joshua 3:17, the correct answer is that the priests held the ark in the middle of the Jordan River while everyone crossed. This is supported by the biblical account where it is mentioned that as the priests stepped into the river, the waters stopped flowing and piled up in a heap, allowing the entire Israelite community to cross over on dry ground. Therefore, the ark was positioned in the middle of the river to facilitate the miraculous crossing.Rate this question:
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How many Israeli soldiers crossed the Jordan River prepared for war? Joshua 4:13
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7,000
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12,000
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40,000
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For generations to come, what would help them to remember "the way" the Israelites crossed the Jordan River? Joshua 4:22
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a wheel inside a wheel that does not have to turn when it goes
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The 12 stones that were taken out of the water where the priests stood and later were set up at Gilgal
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The 12 stones that were replaced in Jordan where the priests had stood
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A. The 12 stones that were taken out of the water where the priests stood and later were set up at GilgalExplanation
The answer is the 12 stones that were taken out of the water where the priests stood and later were set up at Gilgal. This is because in Joshua 4:22, it is mentioned that these stones were set up as a memorial for future generations to remember "the way" the Israelites crossed the Jordan River.Rate this question:
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When the water stopped flowing and piled up like a wall behind the place where they were crossing, how far away was the wall of water? Joshua 3:16
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The wall of water was right next to them as they crossed
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The wall of water was far down the river, but still within sight
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The wall of water was a long way up the river, all the way to a town called Adam
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A. The wall of water was a long way up the river, all the way to a town called AdamExplanation
The correct answer suggests that the wall of water was a long distance away, extending all the way up the river to a town called Adam. This implies that the water stopped flowing and formed a wall at a considerable distance from where they were crossing.Rate this question:
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What body of water does the Jordan River flow into? Joshua 3:16
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The Dead Sea
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The Mediterranean Sea
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The Red Sea
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A. The Dead SeaExplanation
In Joshua 3:16, the Jordan River is depicted as flowing into the Dead Sea. This biblical reference highlights the significance of the Jordan River as a prominent geographical feature in the region, emphasizing its role in the historical and religious narratives of the Israelites.Rate this question:
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In the Strong's Concordance, look up the word Gilgal (the place where the Israelites camped after they had crossed the Jordan River). What is associated with this word?
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A wheel, rolling
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A dwelling place of prophets in northern Israel about 4 miles from Shiloh (2 kings 4:38)
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Both of the above
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A. Both of the aboveExplanation
Gilgal is associated with both a wheel, rolling and a dwelling place of prophets in northern Israel about 4 miles from Shiloh (2 kings 4:38).Rate this question:
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