Joshua 6 Bible Quiz

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Why was Jericho shut up inside and out and no one could come in or out?

Because of the Israelites

What did the people of Jericho do to make sure Israel didn't get in?

Jericho was shut up inside and out and no one was allowed in or out

Who and what did the Lord say he would deliver into Joshua's hand?

Jericho, its King, and its fighting men

How many days did the Israelites march around Jericho?

7 days Signup and view all the answers

What did the Israelites do the first 6 days?

March around the city once with all the armed men. Have 7 priests carry trumpets of ram's horns in front of the ark Signup and view all the answers

How many priests were to stand in front of the ark when marching around Jericho and with what?

7 priests carrying trumpets of ram's horns Signup and view all the answers

On the seventh day what were the priests with the trumpets of ram's horns to do?

Blow the trumpet while marching around the city 7 times Signup and view all the answers

How many times did the Israelites march around the city on the seventh day?

What did the Israelites do on the seventh day around Jericho?

March around the city 7 times with the priests blowing the trumpets. When the whole Israelite army heard a long blast from the trumpets, they were to give a loud shout and the wall would collapse allowing the army to go in Signup and view all the answers

Who went ahead of the ark when marching around the city?

The seven priests with trumpets of ram's horns and the armed guard Signup and view all the answers

What was the order of the march around Jericho?

Armed guard then 7 priests then ark then rear guard Signup and view all the answers

What did Joshua tell the army not to do while they were marching until he said to?

Do not say a word, shout, or give a war cry until Joshua said shout. Then shout. Signup and view all the answers

After marching around the city the first 6 days, what did the Israelites do?

They returned to camp Signup and view all the answers

When did the Israelites get up on the 7th day compared to the other days?

The first six days they got up in the early morning and on the 7th day, they got up at daybreak Signup and view all the answers

The city and everything in Jericho were to be devoted to?

The Lord for destruction Signup and view all the answers

Who was spared?

Rahab and everyone in her house Signup and view all the answers

What did Joshua say to keep away from?

Keep away from the things devoted to the Lord Signup and view all the answers

What would happen to anyone who didn't keep away from the things devoted to the Lord?

They will bring about their own destruction and they would make the camp of Israel liable to destruction and bring trouble on it Signup and view all the answers

What was sacred to the Lord and to be put in his treasury?

Silver and gold and vessels of bronze and iron Signup and view all the answers

What was to be done with the silver and gold and articles of bronze and iron?

It was to be put in the treasury of the Lord because it was sacred to the Lord Signup and view all the answers

What in Jericho did the Israelites destroy with the sword?

Every living thing in it- men and women, young and old, cattle, sheep, and donkeys Signup and view all the answers

Who did Joshua tell to bring out Rahab and everyone in her house to safety?

The two spies who Rahab had helped Signup and view all the answers

Who did the two spies who went to Jericho bring out and to where?

Rahab and her family, her father and mother, her brothers and sisters, and all who belonged to her to a place outside the camp of Israel Signup and view all the answers

Who lives among the Israelites to this day according to Joshua?

Rahab Signup and view all the answers

Who did Joshua curse?

Anyone who tries to rebuild Jericho Signup and view all the answers

What would happen to someone who tried to lay the foundations of Jericho?

They would lose their firstborn son Signup and view all the answers

What would happen to someone who tried to set up the gates of Jericho?

They would lose their youngest son Signup and view all the answers

Who's fame spread throughout the land?

Joshua Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Jericho's Siege Overview

Jericho was tightly shut with no one allowed to enter or exit due to Israelite presence.
The Lord promised Joshua the delivery of Jericho, its king, and fighting men into Israelite hands.

Marching Instructions

The Israelites marched around Jericho for a total of 7 days.
For the first six days, they marched once around the city each day, led by 7 priests carrying ram's horn trumpets before the ark.
On the seventh day, the Israelites marched around the city 7 times.

Rituals and Actions

On the seventh day, after the seventh circuit, the priests blew their trumpets, prompting the Israelites to shout, leading to the collapse of Jericho's walls.
The order of march was armed guard first, followed by the 7 priests, then the ark, with the rear guard last.
Joshua instructed the army to remain silent until he commanded them to shout.

Interactions and Outcomes

After the first six days of marching, the Israelites returned to their camp.
The army arose early on the first six days but at daybreak on the seventh day.
Everything in Jericho, except for Rahab and her family, was devoted to destruction for the Lord.

Provisions and Prophecies

Rahab and those in her household were spared due to her assistance to Israelite spies.
Joshua warned against touching items devoted to God, as this would lead to destruction and trouble for Israel.
Silver, gold, and bronze items were deemed sacred and allocated to the Lord's treasury.

Destruction of Jericho

All living beings in Jericho—including men, women, young, old, and livestock—were destroyed.
Joshua commanded the spies to bring Rahab and her family to safety outside the Israelite camp.

Curses and Joshua's Legacy

Joshua pronounced a curse on anyone who attempted to rebuild Jericho, declaring that they would lose their firstborn and youngest sons.
Rahab lived among the Israelites and her story contributed to Joshua's growing fame throughout the land.

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Test your knowledge on the Fall of Jericho from the Book of Joshua. This quiz covers key events and the significance of Jericho's walls as they relate to the Israelites. See how well you remember this powerful biblical story.