Saul Bible Quiz
How well do you know Saul? Take this 10-question Bible quiz about Saul's life, with explanations and Scripture references.
Who was Saul's father?
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1. Who was Saul's father?
- A) Samuel
- B) Kish (correct answer)
- C) Abner
- D) David
Answer: Kish. Saul was the son of Kish, from the tribe of Benjamin. 1 Samuel 9
2. What physical trait was Saul known for?
- A) Wealth
- B) Wisdom
- C) Strength
- D) Tall stature (correct answer)
Answer: Tall stature. Saul was noted for his impressive height and appearance. 1 Samuel 9:2
3. Who anointed Saul as king?
- A) Nathan
- B) David
- C) Abner
- D) Samuel (correct answer)
Answer: Samuel. Samuel anointed Saul as the first king of Israel. 1 Samuel 10
4. What was Saul's initial reaction to being chosen as king?
- A) Angry
- B) Indifferent
- C) Humble (correct answer)
- D) Excited
Answer: Humble. Saul was humble and initially hid when he was chosen as king. 1 Samuel 10:22
5. Which enemy did Saul lead Israel against?
- A) Philistines (correct answer)
- B) Ammonites
- C) Moabites
- D) Edomites
Answer: Philistines. Saul led Israel in battles against the Philistines. 1 Samuel 13
6. What did Saul do that led to his rejection by God?
- A) Disobeyed God's command (correct answer)
- B) Refused to fight
- C) Worshipped idols
- D) Killed innocent people
Answer: Disobeyed God's command. Saul was rejected by God for disobeying His command. 1 Samuel 15
7. Who did Saul attempt to kill out of jealousy?
- A) David (correct answer)
- B) Goliath
- C) Samuel
- D) Jonathan
Answer: David. Saul attempted to kill David because he saw him as a threat. 1 Samuel 18
8. What was the outcome of Saul's final battle?
- A) Capture
- B) Retreat
- C) Death (correct answer)
- D) Victory
Answer: Death. Saul died in battle against the Philistines, along with his sons. 1 Samuel 31
9. Which tribe was Saul from?
- A) Judah
- B) Ephraim
- C) Benjamin (correct answer)
- D) Levi
Answer: Benjamin. Saul was from the tribe of Benjamin. 1 Samuel 9
10. What did Saul consult before his final battle?
- A) A witch (correct answer)
- B) The elders
- C) The High Priest
- D) David
Answer: A witch. Saul consulted a witch at Endor before his final battle. 1 Samuel 28