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Quiz about Health and Medicine in the Bible

Health and Medicine in the Bible Quiz

Discover how faith and health came together in the ancient world, from early forms of quarantine to the work of the "Beloved Physician." How much do you know about health and healing in biblical times?

A multiple-choice quiz by chrissie25. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
chrissie25

Time
3 mins

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Multiple Choice

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423,931

Updated
Apr 25 26

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10

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Question 1 of 10

1. In the parable of the Good Samaritan, which two common liquids did the man pour onto the traveler's wounds? Luke 10:34 (NIV) Hint

Oil and Wine

Milk and Honey

Vinegar and Water

Oil and Water

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which author of a New Testament Gospel was traditionally known by the title "The Beloved Physician"? Colossians 4:14 (KJV) Hint

Matthew

John

Mark

Luke

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Question 3 of 10

3. When King Hezekiah was suffering from a life-threatening boil, what was applied to the wound to help him recover? 2 Kings 20:7 (NIV) Hint

A handful of mud

Crushed garlic

Poultice of figs

Aloe vera

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Question 4 of 10

4. Jeremiah speaks of a healing "balm" in Jeremiah 8:22. Where was this balm said to be from? Hint

Jericho

Galilee

Gilead

Damascus

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Question 5 of 10

5. In the Book of Leviticus, what was the primary method used to prevent the spread of skin diseases within the camp? Hint

Burning incense

Herbal baths

Isolation for 7 to 14 days

Fasting

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Question 6 of 10

6. What did the Apostle Paul famously suggest Timothy drink a "little" of to help with his frequent stomach ailments? Hint

Water

Vinegar

Milk

Wine

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Question 7 of 10

7. Aside from being a luxury perfume, frankincense (one of the gifts of the Magi) was used in the ancient world for what medical purpose? Hint

An anti-inflammatory and antiseptic

Improving eyesight

A sleep aid

Losing weight

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Question 8 of 10

8. Which book of the Bible poetically describes old age by saying that "the grinders cease because they are few"? Hint

Psalms

Ecclesiastes

Revelation

Joshua

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Question 9 of 10

9. The Israelite army was commanded to carry a "shovel" among their equipment for what specific hygienic reason? Hint

To bury human waste outside the camp

To dig storage pits for supplies

To dig for water

Replanting trees

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Question 10 of 10

10. In the Book of Genesis, what is the first recorded instance of a "deep sleep" being used to perform a physical procedure? Hint

During the creation of Eve from Adam's rib

When Joseph interpreted Pharaoh's dream

When Jacob wrestled an angel

When Noah built the Ark

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In the parable of the Good Samaritan, which two common liquids did the man pour onto the traveler's wounds? Luke 10:34 (NIV)

Answer: Oil and Wine

In ancient times, wine was used to help disinfect wounds because of its alcohol content, while oil, usually olive oil, helped soothe the skin and keep the wound from drying out.

2. Which author of a New Testament Gospel was traditionally known by the title "The Beloved Physician"? Colossians 4:14 (KJV)

Answer: Luke

Luke, identified as a physician, often uses more detailed and precise medical language than the other Gospel writers when describing illnesses. As an example, Matthew, Mark, and Luke all record the same healing of Peter's mother-in-law, but only Luke describes her as having a "high fever," giving the account a more medically specific touch.

Luke 4:38: "a high fever" (NIV)
Matthew 8:14 (NIV) "a fever"
Mark 1:30: (NIV) "a fever"

3. When King Hezekiah was suffering from a life-threatening boil, what was applied to the wound to help him recover? 2 Kings 20:7 (NIV)

Answer: Poultice of figs

Figs were commonly used in the ancient Near East as a poultice for skin conditions. They were believed to help draw out infection and promote healing.

4. Jeremiah speaks of a healing "balm" in Jeremiah 8:22. Where was this balm said to be from?

Answer: Gilead

Gilead was a fertile region east of the Jordan River, famous for producing a valuable healing resin from balsam trees. This "balm of Gilead" was widely traded in the ancient world and became a powerful symbol of healing and restoration. In Genesis 37, the merchants who bought Joseph from his brothers were carrying balm from Gilead down to Egypt.

5. In the Book of Leviticus, what was the primary method used to prevent the spread of skin diseases within the camp?

Answer: Isolation for 7 to 14 days

In Leviticus 13 (NIV), priests acted as health inspectors, examining skin conditions, isolating individuals for seven days, and re-examining them. If the condition spread, the person remained isolated; if it healed, they could return to the camp. These are some of the earliest recorded "quarantine" laws in history, aimed at protecting public health through social distancing.

6. What did the Apostle Paul famously suggest Timothy drink a "little" of to help with his frequent stomach ailments?

Answer: Wine

1 Timothy 5:23 (NIV)
In a time when water was often unsafe to drink, wine was sometimes the safer option. It was also used in small amounts to aid digestion and promote stomach health.

7. Aside from being a luxury perfume, frankincense (one of the gifts of the Magi) was used in the ancient world for what medical purpose?

Answer: An anti-inflammatory and antiseptic

Matthew 2:11 (NIV)

Modern science has shown that frankincense contains compounds called boswellic acids. These have real anti-inflammatory properties, which may help reduce pain and swelling.

8. Which book of the Bible poetically describes old age by saying that "the grinders cease because they are few"?

Answer: Ecclesiastes

Ecclesiastes 12 (NIV)

"Grinders" is a poetic reference to teeth, describing the loss of teeth as one of the physical challenges of getting older. Other symptoms described include weak hands, bent posture, fading sight, reduced hearing, light sleep, slower movement, white hair, and declining strength.

9. The Israelite army was commanded to carry a "shovel" among their equipment for what specific hygienic reason?

Answer: To bury human waste outside the camp

Deuteronomy 23:12-13 (NIV)

This military regulation was incredibly advanced for the time, preventing the spread of diseases like cholera and typhoid that usually devastated ancient armies.

10. In the Book of Genesis, what is the first recorded instance of a "deep sleep" being used to perform a physical procedure?

Answer: During the creation of Eve from Adam's rib

Many theologians and early medical historians sometimes jokingly refer to this as the first "anesthesia." In Genesis 2:21,(NIV) a "deep sleep" is said to come over Adam before his rib is taken. While symbolic, it's often noted as an interesting parallel to modern surgical practice.

Source: Author chrissie25

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