Zephaniah Quiz
Zephaniah is a book of the Old Testament with 3 chapters. Bible Quizio has 18 questions on Zephaniah, from easy to scholar level. Here is a sample, each with the answer, the Scripture reference and an explanation.
What specific sin does Zephaniah condemn in Jerusalem?
Intermediate
Answer: The worship of Baal (Zephaniah 1:4)
Zephaniah 1:4 mentions the worship of Baal, indicating God's condemnation of idolatry in Jerusalem.
What does Zephaniah instruct the people to do before the Lord?
Easy
Answer: Be silent (Zephaniah 1:7)
In Zephaniah 1:7, the instruction is given to 'be silent before the Lord God,' indicating a call for reverence and humility.
What does Zephaniah 1:16 describe the Day of the Lord as?
Advanced
Answer: A day of trumpet and alarm (Zephaniah 1:16)
Zephaniah 1:16 describes the Day of the Lord as a day of trumpet and alarm, indicating the urgency and seriousness of the impending judgment.
What is described as a day of wrath in Zephaniah 1:15?
Intermediate
Answer: The Day of the Lord (Zephaniah 1:15)
Zephaniah 1:15 describes the Day of the Lord as a day of wrath, trouble, and distress, emphasizing the severity of the coming judgment.
What does Zephaniah call the day of the Lord?
Intermediate
Answer: A day of wrath and distress (Zephaniah 1:15)
Zephaniah 1:15 describes the day of the Lord as 'a day of wrath, a day of distress and anguish,' highlighting its severity.
What will happen to those who are complacent in Jerusalem according to Zephaniah 1:12?
Advanced
Answer: They will be punished (Zephaniah 1:12)
Zephaniah 1:12 warns that those who are complacent will face punishment, as they are not aware of the impending judgment.
How does Zephaniah 1:18 describe the nature of the Lord's wrath?
Scholar
Answer: It will be poured out in fire (Zephaniah 1:18)
Zephaniah 1:18 describes the Lord's wrath as being poured out in fire, symbolizing the intensity and destructive nature of His judgment.
Which group does Zephaniah specifically mention as being judged?
Intermediate
Answer: The priests and the leaders of Judah (Zephaniah 1:4)
Zephaniah 1:4 indicates that God will stretch out His hand against Judah and against all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, which includes priests and leaders.
Which nation is specifically mentioned for judgment in Zephaniah 1:8?
Intermediate
Answer: Judah (Zephaniah 1:8)
Zephaniah 1:8 mentions Judah specifically as a nation that will face judgment, particularly for its leaders and those dressed in foreign attire.
What does Zephaniah say will happen on the day of the Lord's sacrifice?
Intermediate
Answer: The Lord will punish the officials and the king's sons (Zephaniah 1:8)
Zephaniah 1:8 states that the Lord will punish the officials and the king's sons on the day of the Lord's sacrifice, emphasizing judgment.
What does Zephaniah 1:9 say will happen to those who leap over the threshold?
Advanced
Answer: They will be punished (Zephaniah 1:9)
Zephaniah 1:9 indicates that those who leap over the threshold will face punishment, which is a metaphor for disobedience.
What is described as near in Zephaniah 1:7?
Intermediate
Answer: The Day of the Lord (Zephaniah 1:7)
Zephaniah 1:7 describes the Day of the Lord as near, calling for silence before the Lord as He prepares for judgment.