2 Kings Chapter 1 Quiz

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Who rebelled after the death of Ahab (2 Kgs 1:1)?

Edom (correct)

Moab (correct)

Ammon

Aram (correct)

How had Ahaziah injured himself (2 Kgs 1:2)?

He had fallen off the city gate when his troops entered the city (correct)

He had fallen through the lattice of his upper room (correct)

His foot had been run over by a chariot entering the city (correct)

He had been struck by an arrow (correct)

Who did Ahaziah consult with to see if he would recover from his injury (2 Kgs 1:2)?

Chemosh (correct)

Moloch

Baal-Zebub (correct)

Marduk (correct)

Baal-Zebub was the god of what city (2 Kgs 1:2)?

Ekron Signup and view all the answers

Who asked Ahaziah 'Is there no God in Israel that you consult with Baal-Zebub...' (2 Kgs 1:3)?

Elijah Signup and view all the answers

How was Elijah told to go and confront Ahaziah over consulting with Baal-Zebub about his injury (2 Kgs 1:3)?

By a dream Signup and view all the answers

What was the message from God to Ahaziah about his injury (2 Kgs 1:4)?

He would recover in 3 days Signup and view all the answers

King Ahaziah was king of what city (2 Kgs 1:3)?

Samaria Signup and view all the answers

How did Ahaziah's messengers describe Elijah (2 Kgs 1:8)?

He had long hair and was unshaved Signup and view all the answers

When introducing Elijah, he is called Elijah the ______ (2 Kgs 1:3)?

The Harodite Signup and view all the answers

How did the captain that Ahaziah sent to Elijah address Elijah (2 Kgs 1:9)?

Prophet of the most High Signup and view all the answers

How did Elijah respond to the captain and his men sent from Ahaziah (2 Kgs 1:10)?

He called for snakes to bite them Signup and view all the answers

How many men did the captain sent by Ahaziah to Elijah have with him (2 Kgs 1:9)?

50 Signup and view all the answers

How did the third captain sent from Ahaziah to Elijah differ from the two before him (2 Kgs 1:13)?

He pleaded for his life and the lives of his men Signup and view all the answers

With the third captain sent from Ahaziah, what did the angel of the Lord tell Elijah to do (2 Kgs 1:15)?

Have Ahaziah come before Elijah Signup and view all the answers

What did Elijah tell Ahaziah when he went to see him (2 Kgs 1:16)?

He would be healed in three days Signup and view all the answers

What did Elijah ask Ahaziah (2 Kgs 1:16)?

Who is Baal-Zebub that you consult with him rather than the Lord God of Israel? Signup and view all the answers

When Ahaziah died, what comment was made revealing one of the major themes of 2 Kings (2 Kgs 1:17)?

He died according to the word of the Lord that Elijah had spoken Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Characters and Events

Ahaziah rebelled after the death of King Ahab, specifically from the kingdom of Moab.
Ahaziah suffered an injury after falling through the lattice of his upper room.

Consulting Idols

Ahaziah sought guidance from Baal-Zebub, the god of Ekron, concerning his recovery from injury.
Elijah confronted Ahaziah, questioning why he consulted Baal-Zebub instead of the God of Israel.

Divine Messages

God sent a message through Elijah, declaring that Ahaziah would not recover and would die from his injury.
The message emphasized the lack of faith in Ahaziah’s reliance on false gods.

Description of Elijah

Elijah was described by Ahaziah's messengers as wearing a garment of hair and a leather belt, reflecting traditional prophetic attire.
Elijah is formally introduced as "Elijah the Tishbite," highlighting his origin.

Confrontations with Captains

Ahaziah sent captains to confront Elijah, each captain bringing 50 men.
The first two captains were consumed by fire after threatening Elijah, showcasing his authority as a prophet.

Third Captain’s Approach

The third captain took a different approach, showing humility by kneeling and pleading for mercy for himself and his men.
The angel of the Lord instructed Elijah to accompany the third captain without fear.

Elijah's Final Message to Ahaziah

Elijah conveyed to Ahaziah that he would die because of his unfaithfulness and reliance on Baal-Zebub, not God.
Elijah explicitly questioned why Ahaziah sought help from Baal-Zebub given the presence of God in Israel.

Themes and Conclusion

Ahaziah died as prophesied, underscoring the theme of the sovereignty of God's word in the narrative of 2 Kings.
His death highlighted the consequences of turning away from God and seeking guidance from false idols.

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Test your knowledge of 2 Kings Chapter 1 with these flashcard-style multiple-choice questions. This quiz covers the key events following Ahab's death, including the rebellion and Ahaziah's injury. Challenge yourself and deepen your understanding of this biblical text.