Questions and Answers
Who denied Jesus three times?
Who killed a Philistine giant with a sling and a stone?
Who was the mother of John the Baptist?
Who was stoned to death for his belief in Jesus?
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Who lived inside a big fish for three days?
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Who were the first two disciples called by Jesus to become 'fishers of men'?
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Who was anointed by Samuel to become King?
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Who visited Jesus at night to ask Him questions?
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Who lived for 969 years according to the Bible?
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Which river was Jesus baptized in?
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Study Notes
Key Biblical Figures
- David killed a Philistine giant named Goliath using a sling and a stone.
- Mary was the mother of Jesus.
- Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt and was instructed by God to build the ark.
- John the Baptist baptized Jesus in the Jordan River, which flows through Israel.
- Peter denied Jesus three times before the rooster crowed.
- Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver.
Significant Events and Relationships
- Timothy's mother was Eunice, while Lazarus was the brother of Mary and Martha.
- Mary and Martha both played roles in Jesus’ ministry, while Herod sent astrologers to seek Jesus.
- Stephen was stoned for his beliefs in Jesus, making him a key martyr in early Christianity.
Notable Characters
- Jonah lived inside a big fish for three days as part of his mission to Nineveh.
- Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were thrown into a fiery furnace for refusing to worship a golden image.
- Methuselah holds the record for the longest lifespan, living for 969 years.
Important Actions and Decisions
- Abraham was Jacob’s grandfather, while Samuel anointed David as king.
- Ananias and Sapphira lied about their property sale and faced dire consequences.
- Solomon used a wise judgment to identify the real mother of a disputed baby by proposing to cut the child in two.
Commandments and Teachings
- The first commandment emphasizes the importance of having no other gods.
- Jesus declared that the greatest commandment is to love Jehovah wholly, while the second is to love one's neighbor as oneself.
- Colossians 3:9 speaks about putting off the old personality and wearing the new one.
Historical Context
- Nebuchadnezzar, a Babylonian king, dreamed of an immense tree and was driven insane for seven years due to pride.
- John was exiled to the island of Patmos for his beliefs and writings.
- Bathsheba’s husband, Uriah, died in battle as a result of David's scheming.
Miscellaneous Facts
- Daniel was protected from lions by an angel, showcasing divine intervention.
- Ruth accompanied her mother-in-law back to Bethlehem after the death of their husbands.
- Abigail acted quickly to save her household during King David's wrath.
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Test your knowledge on significant figures and events from the Bible. This quiz covers key moments and personalities, including the denial of Jesus, the story of Jonah, and the early disciples. Challenge yourself and see how well you know these biblical stories!
