The location of Jerusalem:
How would you describe the location of Jerusalem within Israel (north; south; east; west)? South central
It was situated (in a valley; on a plateau; in the mountains; on a mountain). In and on mountains
It was in the tribe of (Ephriam, Judah; Benjamin; Simeon). Judah – Josh. 15
How far is Jerusalem from Damascus (75-100 miles; 100-150 miles; 150-200 miles; 200-250 miles)? 137
Which is farther (Jerusalem to Cairo; Jerusalem to Beirut; Spokane to Seattle; Spokane to Missoula)?
In whose day was Jerusalem the capital of Israel (Abraham; Saul; Joshua; David)? David
In Jesus’ day the capital of Israel was (Troas; Jerusalem; Caesarea; Joppa)? Caesarea
Today the capital of Israel is (Jerusalem; Tel Aviv; Hebron; Gaza)? Tel Aviv
In Hebrew Jerusalem means (possession of peace; teaching of peace; founded in peace; foundation of peace). Different experts suggest all of these
In the New Testament the name “Jerusalem” is (Greek; Aramaic; Jive; Hebrew). Still Hebrew
In how many scriptures is “Jerusalem” mentioned (167; 267; 567; 767)? 767
The first reference to “Jerusalem” is in the context of (Christianity; Israel; heathenism; Heaven)? Jos. 12:10
The last reference to “Jerusalem” is in the (ultimate; penultimate; last; third) chapter from the end of the Bible? Rev. 21, next to the last
In how many other scriptures is the place cited but without calling it “Jerusalem” (167; 267; 567; 767)? ???
The first name given to the place we call “Jerusalem” was (Sinai; Moriah; Jebus; Salem)? Gen. 22:2
As far as we know the first name given to the city which we call “Jerusalem” was (Sinai; Moriah; Jebus; Salem)? Jebus – Judges 19:10; I Chron. 11:4
Other scriptural names for Jerusalem, or parts of Jerusalem include (Jeru; Salem; Zion; City of David)?
To be precise, what part of Jerusalem was first called “the City of David” (Sion; Zion; the fortress; the mountain top)? 2 Sa 5 David dwelt in the fort & called it city of David. David built round about from Millo
Originally that spot was called (Sion; Zion; Moriah; Jebus)? 2 Sa 5:7 David took the strong hold of Zion
Synonyms for Zion include (Sion; Zion; Moriah; Jebus). Sion and others
“Zion” and “Sion” mean (lion and lioness; the same thing because one is Greek and the other Hebrew; parched place and lofty place; Heaven and Hell). Parched and lofty
What other community was called “the city of David” (Nazareth; Ziklag; Hebron; Bethlehem)? Beth
Who called that second community “the city of David” (David; Solomon; God’s angels; Christ)? Lk. 2:11
Who called the city of David “the city of the great King” (the historian Josephus; Pastor Smith; Christ Jesus; one of the Psalmists)? Ps. 48:2; Mat 5:35
Where are we told that Melchisedec lived (Beth-horon; Salem; Hebron; Chicago)? Gen. 14:18
What verse indicates that it might have been later called Jerusalem (Gen. 14:18; Ps. 76:2; Heb 7:1; Heb. 7:2)? Ps 76:2 In Salem also is (God’s) tabernacle, and his dwelling place in Zion
II Chron. 25 calls Jerusalem (the holy city; the city of God; the city of Judah; the city of David). v.28 Judah
Ps. 87calls Jerusalem (the holy city; the city of God; the city of righteousness; the city of truth). Of God v.3
Ps. 48 calls Jerusalem the city (of our God; of righteousness; of truth; of the Lord of hosts). God/hosts – 8
Isa. 1 calls Jerusalem the city (of our God; of righteousness; of truth; of the Lord of hosts). Rtsn 1:26
Zech. 8 says that Jerusalem will one day be called the city (of our God; of righteousness; of truth; of the Lord of hosts). Truth – 8:3
Lam. 2 suggests that people sometimes called Jerusalem (the joy of the whole earth; home; the perfection of beauty; the pinnacle of perfection). 2:15 – joy/earth and perfection/beauty
But Jeremiah was pointing out that (the world was laughing at the thought; people couldn’t believe such foolishness; God had withdrawn His blessings; Israel was blinded). First three
Isaiah 29 calls Jerusalem (Salem; Ariel; the lion of God; Jebus). Ariel, the lion of God
Ezek. 48 calls Jerusalem (Salem; Ariel; Jehovah is here; the Lord is there). The LORD is here
Who gave a tithe of all that he had to the king who lived near Jerusalem (Paul; John; Noah; Abraham)?
It is possible that the first King living at Jerusalem was (David; Saul; Melchizedek; Christ).
When Israel entered the Promised Land who were the occupants of the Jerusalem area (Anakims; Canaanites; Zidonians; Zionodians)? Canaanites
The people actually residing in Jerusalem were initially called (Jerusalemites; Salomites; Sodomites; Jebusites).
When Joshua led Israel against the people of Jerusalem who was king of the city (David; Goliath; Melchizedek; Adonizedec). Josh. 10:1
Who failed to drive out the original residents from Jebus (Joshua; Benjamin; Judah; Simeon)? Jos 15:63
In what chapter are we told that Israel finally took the city of Jerusalem from the Canaanites (Jos. 15; Jos. 16; Jos. 22; Judges 1)? Judg. 1:8
Did Israel occupy the site of Jerusalem until her fall to the Babylonians (yes, no, maybe; I don’t know)? X
Who finally took the site of Jerusalem from the Canaanites (Caleb; Saul; Jonathan; David). II Sam. 5
Why was Jebus so difficult to defeat (her army; her strategic position; her provisions; her god)?
By what means did Israel’s men enter and finally conquer the city (balloon air strikes; the plumbing; improved artillery; siege). II Sam. 5:8 – Whosoever getteth up to the gutter, and smiteth the Jebusites
Who was the leader of the victorious assault on Jebus (Joab; David, Jonathan; Abishi)? II Chron 11:6
What famous man’s head was brought to Jerusalem (Saul; Goliath; David; Midus)? I Sam 17:54
How long did David reign in Jerusalem (40 years; 50 years; 60 years; 33 years). II Sam 5:5
Which of David’s sons were born in Jerusalem (Absalom; Amnon; Nathan; Solomon)? II Sam 5:14
What city was Absalom’s capital during his short-lived rebellion (Hebron, Jerusalem; Salem; Ephriam)?
What was the most important thing that David set up in Jerusalem (his throne; his government; the temple; a temporary tabernacle for the ark of the covenant)?
Solomon built the Lord’s temple in Jerusalem; the year was about (1000 BC; 1200 BC; 800 BC; 300 BC).
Which of these great personages came to Jerusalem (the queen of Sheba; the princess of Egypt; the King of Tyre; the King of Zidon)? All of them
Solomon made Jerusalem so wealthy that (gold nuggets were as common as apples; silver were as stones; cedars were as sycomore trees; pheasants were as plentiful as sparrows) 1Ki 10 silver & cedars
Which of these nations never occupied Jerusalem (Egypt; Babylon; Greece; Rome)? Egypt
Who made Jerusalem one of the most beautiful cities in the world during Jesus’ day (Solomon; Pilate; Herod the Great; Julius Caesar). Herod
How many Passovers are we told Jesus observed in Jerusalem (1; 2; 3; 4)? Two???
Over what two cities did Christ Jesus weep (Jerusalem; Capernaum; Spokane; Bethlehem)? Only one
What brought Jesus to Jerusalem the first time (Roman law; Jewish tradition; God’s law; family expediency)? Luke 2:21-25 – circumcision
Which of these miracles were performed in Jerusalem (man at Bethesda; man born blind; Peter’s mother-in-law; the man with the legion of demons)? Bethesda and blind – John 5:8; 9:7
Which of these sermons and lessons were delivered in Jerusalem (Sermon on the mount; Nicodemus; the Good Shepherd; “I am the resurrection and the life)? Nicodemus and Good Shepherd – John 3, 10
At what part of Jerusalem did Jesus make His “triumphal entry” (north; east; south; west)? East
From Jerusalem where was Gethsemane (north; east; south; west)? East on Olivet
What place in Jerusalem did Jn. 2:13-17, Jn. 7:14-39 & Jn. 8 1–1 take place (Mount of Olives; Peter’s house; the temple; Herod’s palace). Temple
Where did Peter and John heal a lame man (the beautiful gate of Jerusalem; Capernaum; Nazareth; the temple in Jerusalem)? Acts 3:1-11
What important Christ-designed organization became a vital part of the city of Jerusalem (NATO; the church; the UN; YMCA)?
Where was it that Saul was saved (Jerusalem; Capernaum; Damascus; Antioch)?