About This Quiz
You're in for a treat! Here's a rare chance to explore the Bible players who made a huge impact on the Christian world as we know it today. We give you three facts, and you have to give the influential name linked to the hints. These standalone facts will make you think really hard about each person's contributions to the Christian faith.
Folks like John the Baptist, King Saul and Elijah literally paved the way for Jesus, King David and Elisha, respectively. After taking this quiz, their direct connections will become as clear as the heavenly blue skies. Of course, there are certain details shown here about some influential figures that aren't so venerable, but the good and the not-so-good facts all paint a very human picture that everyone from all walks of life can appreciate.
There's a nice balance of New and Old Testament questions on this test. We even help you trace related facts between both of these biblical hemispheres. For instance, did you know that Elijah from the Old Testament gave the most prophecies of the Messiah who eventually comes around in the New Testament? And by now, you should know who the New Testament Messiah is (It's Jesus!).
Scroll on to behold other interconnections shared between Old and New Testaments!
Samuel was the first prophet and the last judge of the Israelites. He was well respected by the people.
Aaron was very articulate; God used him to speak for Moses to the Pharaoh in Egypt. Aaron was the first priest among the Israelites.
Joseph was Jacob's favorite son, and he was hated by his brothers. When Joseph was in Egypt, he was successful at preparing the nation for a time of famine.
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God chose Moses to deliver the children of Israel out of the bondage of slavery in Egypt. God manifested His Almighty power through Moses when he parted the Red Sea.
God chose Joshua to take over leadership after Moses died. Joshua encouraged the Israelites to keep all the laws that Moses had established previously.
Elijah was a prophet. The widow of Zarephath provided food for Elijah during a famine, and in return for the favor, he revived the life of her son.
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Elisha was Elijah's protege. Elisha was a prophet whose performance of miracles was beyond his personal power.
Under the rulership of Samuel, who was a judge, the Israelites desired a king. The people chose Saul to be the first king.
David succeeded Saul as king of Israel. In spite of his sin, he was known as a man after God's own heart because he had a repentant spirit.
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Solomon contributed to writing the biblical books of Proverbs, Songs of Solomon and Ecclesiastes. Solomon was the last king of the united kingdom of Israel.
Hezekiah was wise enough to seek God in prayer for healing his body. But he was unwise when he revealed his wealth to the Babylonians, his enemies.
Ahab was incited by his wife Jezebel to uphold her desire to worship idol gods. God perceived Ahab to be the evilest king of all who came before him.
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Jezebel was a self-interested queen and wife to King Ahab. She was known to worship false gods.
Daniel served as a praying prophet to the exiles in Babylon. Daniel prayed three times a day.
Ezekiel was a prophet to the exiled Israelites. His visions were about the condition of Israel, and he gave visions of an unchangeable Holy God.
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Jeremiah was a prophet who spoke the words of the Lord despite personal threats. He gave hope to his exiled people by purchasing land in the ruins of Jerusalem to encourage their return.
Isaiah is known as the "eagle-eye" prophet because his prophecies extended so far into the future. He gave the most prophecies about the coming Messiah.
Matthew was despised by his people because he was a tax collector. However, his professional skills were useful when he recorded the life of Jesus.
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Mark was one of Jesus's disciples. He was also referred to as "John" and "John Mark."
Luke was a compassionate and faithful companion to Paul. He authored the biblical books Luke and Acts.
Jesus entrusted his mother to John the Apostle when he was crucified. John was also known as "the beloved disciple."
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Judas Iscariot was the only one of the main twelve disciples who did not become an apostle. Out of remorse for betraying Jesus, he committed suicide.
John the Baptist's message to the people of Israel was uncompromising. He preached that all must repent.
Zacharias was so overcome with disbelief when the angel Gabriel informed him that he would have a son at his old age that he became mute. Upon the birth of his son John the Baptist, Zacharias regained his speech and praised the Most High God.
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Elizabeth had passed the childbearing age and was stigmatized for not having any children. The birth of her son brought her great joy.
Nicodemus's peers were vehemently against Jesus. He secretly approached Jesus to ask about eternal life.
Caiaphas was one of the high priests who was instrumental in convicting Jesus. He did not realize he was being used by God as a prophet when he told the people that Jesus was going to die for the nation.
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Mary Magdalene became a faithful disciple who was loved by Jesus. She went to his grave to anoint his body after his crucifixion.
Thomas secured the nickname "Doubting Thomas" because he believed that Jesus had risen only after he saw proof of his crucifixion for himself. Thomas was one of the original twelve disciples.
Stephen is considered the first Christian martyr. His death was not in vain, as the Church continued to grow.
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Saul was transformed from a persecutor of Christians to a fervent preacher of Jesus Christ. As a persecutor, he believed that he was servicing God.
Aside from Jesus Christ, the Apostle Paul is considered the greatest missionary that there ever was. Through his missionary journeys, the word of God grew and prevailed.
Although he was not a Jew, Cornelius was a God-fearing man. He wanted a better understanding of the ways of God.
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Although Barnabas and Paul were at odds after their first missionary journey, they ultimately reconciled their differences. In the end, the two of them shared forgiveness and understanding.
The Jerusalem Council could depend on Silas to execute matters of the church. The Holy Spirit led him to accompany Paul on a missionary journey to revisit the churches at Galatia.