Judges 6-7
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Why did the Israelites make hiding places in the mountains? Judges 6:2
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Because the Midianites who ruled over them were cruel and powerful
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Because there were giants in the land
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Because there were dinosaurs in the land
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This quiz focuses on Judges 6-7, exploring key events where the Israelites, under Midianite oppression, turn to Gideon for deliverance. It assesses knowledge on the causes of their plight, Gideon's divine encounter, and his family's religious practices, enhancing understanding of this biblical narrative.
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How did the Midianites cause the Israelites to become poor? Judges 6:2-6
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They destroyed all their crops
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They left them no animals
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They destroyed the land
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All of the above
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A. All of the aboveExplanation
The Midianites caused the Israelites to become poor by engaging in a series of destructive actions. They destroyed all their crops, leaving them with no means of sustenance. Additionally, they left them no animals, further depriving them of resources. Furthermore, they destroyed the land itself, making it difficult for the Israelites to recover and rebuild. All of these factors combined led to the impoverishment of the Israelites.Rate this question:
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Which one of the Israelites, from the family of Manasseh, did the Lord send to defeat the Midianites? Judges 6:16
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Gibeon
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Gideon
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Joash
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A. GideonExplanation
Gideon, from the family of Manasseh, was chosen by the Lord to defeat the Midianites. This is stated in Judges 6:16.Rate this question:
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How many pounds of flour did Gideon use to make bread for the Lord? -Judges 6:19
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1 lb
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5 lb
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20 lb
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A. 20 lbExplanation
According to Judges 6:19, Gideon used 20 pounds of flour to make bread for the Lord.Rate this question:
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What happened just before the angel of the Lord disappeared from speaking with Gideon? Judges 6:21
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The angel of the Lord's walking stick turned into a serpent
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The angel of the Lord touched the meat, bread, and broth with the tip of his walking stick and fire came out of the rock and consumed it
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The angel of the Lord gave his walking stick to Gideon
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A. The angel of the Lord touched the meat, bread, and broth with the tip of his walking stick and fire came out of the rock and consumed itExplanation
Just before the angel of the Lord disappeared from speaking with Gideon, he touched the meat, bread, and broth with the tip of his walking stick. As a result, fire came out of the rock and consumed the offering. This event demonstrated the divine power and presence of the angel of the Lord, confirming his message to Gideon and solidifying his role as a messenger from God.Rate this question:
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Who did Gideon's father worship? Judges 6:25
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The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob
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Zeus
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Baal and Asherah
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A. Baal and AsherahExplanation
Gideon's father worshipped Baal and Asherah, as stated in Judges 6:25. Baal and Asherah were pagan gods that were commonly worshipped in the region during that time. The worship of Baal and Asherah involved rituals and sacrifices, which were part of the religious practices of the Canaanites. Gideon's father's choice of worshipping these gods reflects the prevalent polytheistic beliefs and practices of the society in which he lived.Rate this question:
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Why did Gideon do the thing the Lord had told him to do at night? Judges 6:27
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Because that's when the Lord told him he wanted it to be done
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Because he was afraid his family and the other people of the town would see him
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Because he didn't want to do it when Baal and Asherah were awake
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A. Because he was afraid his family and the other people of the town would see himExplanation
Gideon did the thing the Lord had told him to do at night because he was afraid his family and the other people of the town would see him. This suggests that Gideon may have been concerned about the potential backlash or ridicule he could face from his community if they witnessed him carrying out the task. By doing it at night, he could maintain a level of anonymity and avoid any potential negative consequences.Rate this question:
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How did Gideon know what order of events to carry out to defeat the Midianites? Judges 6:34
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He got advice from people of Israel who had previously gone to battle and won
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He got advice from a prophet of God
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The Holy Spirit filled him
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A. The Holy Spirit filled himExplanation
Gideon knew what order of events to carry out to defeat the Midianites because the Holy Spirit filled him. This divine intervention provided him with guidance and wisdom, enabling him to make the right decisions and lead his people to victory.Rate this question:
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What gave Gideon confidence that he would defeat the Midianites? Judges 7:13-14
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A dream he overheard the Midianites talking about
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A dream that God gave to Gideon
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A dream that he was a wheel made out of bread
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A. A dream he overheard the Midianites talking aboutExplanation
Gideon gained confidence in defeating the Midianites because he overheard a dream that the Midianites were discussing. This dream likely revealed their fear and vulnerability, which boosted Gideon's morale and reassured him that God was on his side. By overhearing the dream, Gideon saw it as a sign from God that he would be victorious in battle.Rate this question:
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What happened when the 300 men of Gideon blew their trumpets? Judges 7:22
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They charged into the Midianite camp and killed everyone with the sword
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God sent a hornet to kill the Midianites
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God caused the Midianites to kill each other with their swords
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A. God caused the Midianites to kill each other with their swordsExplanation
When the 300 men of Gideon blew their trumpets, God caused the Midianites to kill each other with their swords. This suggests that the sound of the trumpets, combined with the confusion and fear it caused among the Midianites, led to chaos and infighting within their ranks. As a result, the Midianites turned against each other, resulting in their own demise. This demonstrates the power and intervention of God in assisting Gideon and his men in their battle against the Midianites.Rate this question:
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Where was Gideon at when the men of Ephraim brought him the heads of 2 of the Midianite leaders? Judges 7:25
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At the grave of Joshua in the land of Ephraim
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At the tabernacle in the city of Shiloh
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At the Jordan River where people cross
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A. At the Jordan River where people crossExplanation
At the Jordan River where people cross is the correct answer because Judges 7:25 states that Gideon was at the Jordan River when the men of Ephraim brought him the heads of the Midianite leaders. The passage does not mention anything about Gideon being at the grave of Joshua or at the tabernacle in the city of Shiloh.Rate this question:
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