Matthew Chapter 14 Quiz and Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What did Herod the tetrarch hear at that time?

Reports about Jesus.

Who did Herod the tetrarch say to his attendants Jesus was?

John the Baptist, risen from the dead.

Because of whom did Herod have John the Baptist arrested and bound and put in prison?

Because of Herodias, his brother Philip's wife.

What had John been saying to Herod's brother, Philip?

It is not lawful for you to have her. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Herod not have John killed initially?

Because he was afraid of the people because they considered John a prophet. Signup and view all the answers

Who danced for the guests on Herod's birthday?

Herodias' daughter. Signup and view all the answers

What did Herod promise with an oath to Herodias' daughter?

To give her whatever she asked. Signup and view all the answers

For what did Herodias' daughter ask at her mother's prompting?

The head of John the Baptist on a platter. Signup and view all the answers

Why did King Herod order that Herodias' daughter's request be granted?

Because of his oaths and his dinner guests. Signup and view all the answers

Where did King Herod have John the Baptist beheaded?

In prison. Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew 14:11, what was done with John the Baptist's head?

It was brought in on a platter and given to the girl, who carried it to her mother. Signup and view all the answers

What did John's disciples do?

Took John's body and buried it and went and told Jesus. Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus do when he heard what had happened to John the Baptist?

He withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place. Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus do when he landed and saw the large crowd?

He had compassion on them and healed their sick. Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus' disciples say when evening approached?

"This is a remote place, and it's already getting late. Send the crowds away, so they can go to the villages and buy themselves some food." Signup and view all the answers

Who did Jesus reply to regarding giving the crowd something to eat?

Jesus, to his disciples, "We have here only five loaves of bread and two fish." Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew 14:18, what did Jesus say?

"Bring them here to me." Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus do with the 5 loaves and 2 fish?

He took them, looking up to heaven, he gave thanks and broke the loaves and gave them to the disciples. Signup and view all the answers

What did the disciples do after all ate and were satisfied?

They picked up 12 basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over. Signup and view all the answers

What was the number of those who ate?

About 5 thousand men, besides women and children. Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus make the disciples do while he dismissed the crowd?

He immediately made them get into the boat and go on ahead of him to the other side. Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus do after he dismissed the crowd?

He went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew 14:24, where was the boat?

Already a considerable distance from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it. Signup and view all the answers

When did Jesus go out to them, walking on the lake?

Shortly before dawn. Signup and view all the answers

What did the disciples cry out when they saw Jesus walking on the lake?

It's a ghost. Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew 14:27, what did Jesus say?

"Take courage! It is I. Don't be afraid." Signup and view all the answers

Who said, 'Lord, if it is you, tell me to come to you on the water.'?

Peter, to Jesus. Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew 14:29, what did Peter do?

He got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus. Signup and view all the answers

When was Peter afraid and began to sink?

When he saw the wind. Signup and view all the answers

What did Peter cry out to Jesus?

Lord, save me! Signup and view all the answers

According to Matthew 14:31, what did Jesus say?

"You of little faith, why did you doubt?" Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Herod and John the Baptist

Herod the tetrarch hears reports about Jesus' deeds.
He mistakenly identifies Jesus as John the Baptist risen from the dead.
John the Baptist was arrested due to Herodias, Philip's wife.
John proclaimed to Herod that his marriage to Herodias was unlawful.
Herod feared the people who regarded John as a prophet, preventing him from executing John initially.

Events Surrounding John's Death

Herodias’ daughter danced at Herod's birthday feast, pleasing him.
Herod promised her anything she wished, leading to her request for John the Baptist’s head on a platter, influenced by her mother.
Despite his reluctance, Herod ordered John's execution to honor his oath and not disappoint his guests.
John was beheaded in prison, and his head was presented to the girl, who delivered it to her mother.

Jesus’ Reaction to John’s Death

After hearing about John’s fate, Jesus withdrew to a solitary place by boat.
Upon landing, Jesus saw a large crowd, felt compassion, and healed the sick.

Feeding the Five Thousand

As evening approached, the disciples suggested sending the crowds away to buy food, noting the remote location.
Jesus told them not to send the crowds away and to provide food themselves, revealing they had only five loaves and two fish.
Jesus blessed the loaves and fish, distributed them through the disciples, and fed about 5,000 men, not counting women and children.
After everyone ate and was satisfied, twelve basketfuls of leftovers were collected.

Jesus Prays and Walks on Water

After dismissing the crowd, Jesus went to a mountain to pray alone.
His disciples faced rough waters as their boat was far from land and buffeted by waves.
Shortly before dawn, Jesus walked on the lake towards them.
The disciples, seeing Him, were terrified, thinking He was a ghost.
Jesus reassured them with "Take courage! It is I. Don't be afraid."

Peter's Faith and Doubt

Peter asked Jesus to command him to walk on water.
Upon Jesus’ command, Peter walked on the water toward Him.
Peter began to sink in fear when he noticed the wind but cried out for help.
Jesus caught him immediately and questioned his doubt, "You of little faith, why did you doubt?"

Conclusion of Events

After Jesus and Peter entered the boat, the wind ceased, and the disciples worshipped Jesus, acknowledging Him as the Son of God.

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Test your knowledge of the key events and characters in Matthew Chapter 14 from the NIV 2011 Bible. This quiz covers important details about Herod, John the Baptist, and their significance in the chapter. Perfect for anyone studying this biblical passage.

Matthew Chapter 14 Review Questions