Judges 13-15
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Who was Samson's Father? Judges 13:2
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Boaz
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Manoah from the tribe of Dan
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The bible doesn't say
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This quiz explores key events and characters from Judges 13-15, focusing on the rule of the Philistines, the life of Samson, and his interactions with the Philistines. It assesses understanding of biblical narratives and their theological implications.
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What did God tell Manoah that his son Samson would be? Judges 13:4
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A king
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A Nazirite
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A priest
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A. A NaziriteExplanation
In Judges 13:4, God tells Manoah that his son Samson would be a Nazirite. A Nazirite is someone who takes a vow of consecration to God, usually for a specific period of time. They are set apart and dedicated to God, abstaining from certain things such as cutting their hair, consuming alcohol, and being in contact with dead bodies. Samson's role as a Nazirite was significant as it symbolized his special dedication and purpose in serving God.Rate this question:
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What did Samson use to kill 1000 Philistine men? Judges 15:15
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Honey
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A dead lion
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The jawbone of a donkey
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A. The jawbone of a donkeyExplanation
In Judges 15:15, it is mentioned that Samson used the jawbone of a donkey to kill 1000 Philistine men. This demonstrates Samson's incredible strength and resourcefulness in battle. Despite being outnumbered, he was able to use the jawbone as a weapon to defeat his enemies.Rate this question:
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What did Samson's wife do for the remainder of the 7-day party? Judges 14:17
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She cried
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She danced
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She ate too much wedding cake
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A. She criedExplanation
Samson's wife cried for the remainder of the 7-day party. This can be inferred from the given options and the reference to Judges 14:17. The verse does not explicitly mention what Samson's wife did during the party, but her crying is implied as the correct answer based on the given options.Rate this question:
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What had happened when Samson returned from killing 30 Philistines? Judges 14:20
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His parents had died
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His wife had set him up with an appointment to have his hair cut
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His wife had been given away to his best man
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A. His wife had been given away to his best manExplanation
According to Judges 14:20, when Samson returned from killing 30 Philistines, he discovered that his wife had been given away to his best man.Rate this question:
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How long did God allow the Philistines to rule over the Israelites? Judges 13:1
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20 years
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40 years
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80 years
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A. 40 yearsExplanation
The correct answer is 40 years. According to Judges 13:1, God allowed the Philistines to rule over the Israelites for a period of 40 years. This was a time of oppression and hardship for the Israelites, as they were under the control of their enemies. It was only after this period that God raised up Samson as a deliverer for the Israelites.Rate this question:
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How long was Samson a judge for the Israelites? Judges 15:20
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20 years
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40 years
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80 years
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A. 20 yearsExplanation
According to Judges 15:20, Samson was a judge for the Israelites for a period of 20 years.Rate this question:
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Did God want Samson to intermarry with the Philistines? Judges 14:4
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Yes
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No
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A. YesExplanation
The correct answer is "yes" because in Judges 14:4, it is mentioned that God wanted Samson to intermarry with the Philistines. This can be seen as a part of God's plan to provoke conflict between Samson and the Philistines, ultimately leading to the deliverance of Israel from their oppression. By marrying a Philistine woman, Samson would be in a position to challenge and confront the Philistines, fulfilling God's purpose.Rate this question:
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