Luther's Small Catechism Book Quiz! Trivia

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    The Commandments can best be desribed as...

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Test your knowledge of Luther's Small Catechism, focusing on the Ten Commandments and their meanings as outlined in this foundational religious text.

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  • 2. 

    What is the First Commandment?

    • You must not misuse your God's name.

    • You must keep the Sabbath holy.

    • You must not kill.

    • You must not have other gods.

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. You must not have other gods.
    Explanation
    The First Commandment states that one must not have any other gods besides the one true God. This commandment emphasizes the importance of monotheism and the exclusivity of worshiping the one true God. It prohibits the worship of idols or any other deities, emphasizing the belief in a single divine being. This commandment serves as the foundation for the rest of the commandments, establishing the relationship between God and his people and the loyalty and devotion expected from them.

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  • 3. 

    What is the Tenth Commandment?

    • You must not steal.

    • You must not desire your neighbor's house.

    • You must not desire your neighbor's wife, servant, maid, animals or anything that belongs to him.

    • You must not tell lies about your neighbor.

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. You must not desire your neighbor's wife, servant, maid, animals or anything that belongs to him.
    Explanation
    The Tenth Commandment states that one must not desire anything that belongs to their neighbor, including their wife, servant, maid, or animals. This commandment emphasizes the importance of contentment and discourages coveting or longing for what others possess. It promotes the idea of being satisfied with what one has and not harboring envy or jealousy towards others.

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  • 4. 

    What Commandments focus on mankind's relationship with God?

    • 1-2

    • 1-3

    • 2-3

    • 1-10

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. 1-3
    Explanation
    The Commandments that focus on mankind's relationship with God are the first three commandments. These commandments instruct individuals to worship only one God, not to make idols or worship false gods, and to honor and respect God's name. These commandments emphasize the importance of a strong and faithful relationship with God, highlighting the significance of worshiping and honoring Him above all else.

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  • 5. 

    What Commandments focus on mankind's relationship to one another?

    • 5-9

    • 4-9

    • 3-10

    • 4-10

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. 4-10
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 4-10 because these commandments specifically address mankind's relationship to one another. They include instructions such as not committing adultery, not stealing, not bearing false witness against one's neighbor, and not coveting anything that belongs to someone else. These commandments emphasize the importance of treating others with respect, honesty, and fairness, highlighting the significance of human relationships in ethical and moral conduct.

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  • 6. 

    What is the Fifth Commandment?

    • You must not commit adultery.

    • You must not steal.

    • You must not kill.

    • You must not tell lies about your neighbor.

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. You must not kill.
    Explanation
    The Fifth Commandment states "You must not kill." This commandment is one of the Ten Commandments given by God to Moses on Mount Sinai. It emphasizes the value and sanctity of human life, prohibiting murder or any act that intentionally takes another person's life. This commandment serves as a moral guideline for individuals to respect and protect the lives of others, promoting peace and harmony within society.

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  • 7. 

    What is the primary purpose of the Ten Commandments?

    • They are rules we must follow in order to earn salvation.

    • They are laws that are given to us by God for use in our courts.

    • They show us that we fall short of God's demands and that we need faith in Christ for salvation.

    • They had a purpose in the time of Moses, but we are not to use them anymore.

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. They show us that we fall short of God's demands and that we need faith in Christ for salvation.
    Explanation
    The primary purpose of the Ten Commandments is to show us that we fall short of God's demands and that we need faith in Christ for salvation. The commandments serve as a moral code and highlight our inability to perfectly keep them, emphasizing the need for a savior. They are not rules for earning salvation or laws for use in courts, and they are still relevant today despite their origin in the time of Moses.

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  • 8. 

    What is the Eight Commandment?

    • You must not steal.

    • You must not desire your neighbor's house.

    • You must not desire your neighbor's wife, servant, maid, animals or anything that belongs to him.

    • You must not tell lies about your neighbor.

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. You must not tell lies about your neighbor.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "You must not tell lies about your neighbor." This answer aligns with the Eighth Commandment, which prohibits bearing false witness or giving false testimony against one's neighbor. This commandment emphasizes the importance of honesty and integrity in one's relationships with others.

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  • 9. 

    What is the Seventh Commandment?

    • You must not commit adultery.

    • You must not steal.

    • You must not kill.

    • You must not tell lies about your neighbor.

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. You must not steal.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "You must not steal." This answer is based on the understanding of the Seventh Commandment, which is a religious moral code that prohibits theft. Adultery, killing, and lying about one's neighbor are addressed in other commandments.

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  • 10. 

    What is the Ninth Commandment?

    • You must not steal.

    • You must not desire your neighbor's house.

    • You must not desire your neighbor's wife, servant, maid, animals or anything that belongs to him.

    • You must not tell lies about your neighbor.

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. You must not desire your neighbor's house.
    Explanation
    The Ninth Commandment states that one must not desire their neighbor's house. This commandment prohibits coveting or having an excessive desire for someone else's property. It emphasizes the importance of contentment and being satisfied with what one has, rather than harboring envy or jealousy towards others. By including the specific mention of "house," it highlights the significance of respecting one's neighbor's home and possessions.

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  • 11. 

    What is the Fourth Commandment?

    • You must not misuse your God's name.

    • You must keep the Sabbath holy.

    • You must not kill.

    • You must not have other gods.

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. None of the above.
    Explanation
    The Fourth Commandment is not listed among the given options. The Fourth Commandment states that one must remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy. This means setting aside a day for rest and worship, as a way to honor and remember God. It is important to note that the correct answer is not provided in the given options, as none of them mention the Fourth Commandment.

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  • 12. 

    In what books of the Bible can we find the Ten Commandments?

    • Genesis

    • Exodus

    • Leviticus

    • Numbers

    • Deuteronomy

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Exodus
    A. Deuteronomy
    Explanation
    The Ten Commandments can be found in the books of Exodus and Deuteronomy. In Exodus, specifically in chapter 20, Moses receives the commandments from God on Mount Sinai. These commandments include instructions such as not worshiping other gods, not stealing, and not committing murder. Deuteronomy, on the other hand, contains a repetition and reiteration of the commandments given in Exodus. It serves as a reminder to the Israelites before they enter the Promised Land.

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