Proverbs Bible Quiz
Test your knowledge of the book of Proverbs with 10 multiple-choice Bible questions, each with an explanation and the chapter to read.
What does Solomon say is the beginning of knowledge?
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1. What does Solomon say is the beginning of knowledge?
- A) Listening to friends
- B) Seeking riches
- C) Studying history
- D) Fear of the Lord (correct answer)
Answer: Fear of the Lord. The fear of the Lord is described as the beginning of knowledge in Proverbs. Proverbs 1
2. What should one do to gain understanding, according to Proverbs?
- A) Follow the crowd
- B) Trust in wealth
- C) Ignore advice
- D) Diligently seek it (correct answer)
Answer: Diligently seek it. Proverbs emphasizes the diligent search for understanding as essential for wisdom. Proverbs 2
3. What does Proverbs 5 warn against?
- A) Adultery (correct answer)
- B) Pride
- C) Laziness
- D) Greed
Answer: Adultery. Proverbs 5 specifically warns against the pitfalls of adultery and promotes marital fidelity. Proverbs 5
4. What is the consequence of laziness mentioned in Proverbs 6?
- A) Wealth
- B) Honor
- C) Poverty (correct answer)
- D) Wisdom
Answer: Poverty. Proverbs 6 warns that laziness leads to poverty, contrasting diligence with idleness. Proverbs 6
5. According to Proverbs 10, what is the fate of the wicked?
- A) They find wisdom
- B) They are remembered
- C) They will perish (correct answer)
- D) They prosper
Answer: They will perish. Proverbs 10 states that the wicked will ultimately perish, contrasting their fate with that of the righteous. Proverbs 10
6. What does Proverbs 15 say about a gentle answer?
- A) It is ignored
- B) It escalates conflict
- C) It is rarely given
- D) It calms anger (correct answer)
Answer: It calms anger. Proverbs 15 teaches that a gentle answer turns away wrath, promoting peace in communication. Proverbs 15
7. In Proverbs 19, what is more desirable than great riches?
- A) A good name (correct answer)
- B) A large house
- C) Power
- D) Fame
Answer: A good name. Proverbs 19 emphasizes that a good name is to be chosen over great riches, highlighting the value of reputation. Proverbs 22
8. What does Proverbs 20 advise regarding counsel?
- A) Seek it wisely (correct answer)
- B) Avoid it completely
- C) Trust only friends
- D) Ignore it
Answer: Seek it wisely. Proverbs 20 advises seeking wise counsel, emphasizing the importance of guidance in decision-making. Proverbs 20
9. What does Proverbs 23 warn against?
- A) Generosity
- B) Hard work
- C) Listening to parents
- D) Overindulgence (correct answer)
Answer: Overindulgence. Proverbs 23 warns against overindulgence, particularly in food and drink, promoting moderation instead. Proverbs 23
10. In Proverbs 28, what is said about the righteous?
- A) They will be oppressed
- B) They will be ignored
- C) They will be punished
- D) They will flourish (correct answer)
Answer: They will flourish. Proverbs 28 states that the righteous will flourish, contrasting their fate with that of the wicked. Proverbs 28