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Through the Eye of a Needle Trivia Quiz

Parables were an important teaching tool for Jesus' ministry as a way to confront people with God's word and help His followers measure and understand the truths of the Bible. This quiz discusses the intended teachings of some of the parables.

A multiple-choice quiz by 24grammy. Estimated time: 6 mins.

Author
24grammy

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6 mins

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Multiple Choice

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317,254

Updated
Feb 01 22

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Question 1 of 10

1. Jesus states, in Matthew 19:24, that "it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God." What is the lesson to be learned from this story, regarding entry into God's kingdom? Hint

It is possible to enter the kingdom by attending church regularly.

It is impossible to enter the kingdom of heaven without God.

Entry into the kingdom is based on achievement and/or merit.

Entry to the kingdom is achieved solely by giving all your riches to the poor.

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Question 2 of 10

2. In Genesis 8 and 9, God sets a rainbow in the cloud as a sign between Him and Noah that there will never be another flood that destroys the earth. This sign establishes what 'form of promise' between God and Noah? Hint

Mark of the Beast

Increase in knowledge

Parable of the earth

Sign of the covenant

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Question 3 of 10

3. Generally speaking, a parable is a fictitious tale used to convey a spiritual message. Jesus used parables frequently to point out a truth or comparison so that the spiritually awakened would understand the truth behind His story. Of the four Canonical Gospels, which gospel contains the largest total number of parables? Hint

Gospel of Matthew

Gospel of John

Gospel of Mark

Gospel of Luke

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Question 4 of 10

4. In the parable of the persistent widow, she continuously pleads for justice from an uncaring judge. In order to spare himself from her constant requests, he grants her desires so she will stop bothering him. Which of the following does NOT describe what is taught by the parable? Hint

The parable emphasizes the importance of persistence and perseverance.

The parable emphasizes that God's people should always pray for what they need and should not give up.

The parable is an invitation to continuously ask God for what one needs.

The parable emphasizes that the more one complains, the sooner justice will be carried out.

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Question 5 of 10

5. In the parable of the faithful servant, a master rewards the servant who cares for his duties in the master's absence. Conversely, a master punishes the servant who willfully disregards his duties during his master's absence. This parable can be viewed as advocating wise living with the vision of eternal life. The New Testament makes at least thirty references to eternal life. In the NIV, which of the following verses states that the "gift of God is eternal life"? Hint

1 John 3:2

John 1:4

Romans 7:24

Romans 6:23

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Question 6 of 10

6. When Nebuchadnezzar approached the fiery furnace and saw that the bodies of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego were not burned, the hair on their heads was not singed, nor were any of their garments affected by the fire, he made a decree praising their God. What did his decree say would happen to those who spoke against the God of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego? Hint

That they would be beheaded.

That they would be crucified on a cross.

That they would be thrown into the lions' den.

That they would be cut into pieces.

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Question 7 of 10

7. In the parable of the wise and foolish virgins, ten bridesmaids await the arrival of the bridegroom but only the five who were wise enough to prepare extra oil for their lamps were ready when the bridegroom finally did arrive at midnight. What does Matthew say is the moral of this story? Hint

that no one knows when Christ will come.

that the foolish virgins were really not interested in the bridegroom.

that the foolish virgins would rather sleep.

that the bridegroom wasn't actually coming until morning.

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Question 8 of 10

8. The only parable where Jesus used a proper name was the "Parable of the Beggar and the Rich Man." Who was the beggar who was rewarded in heaven for all the things he suffered while on earth? Hint

Lazarus

Joshua

Job

Aaron

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Question 9 of 10

9. In the parable of the rich fool, the rich man has a harvest that will last him for many years so he decides to "eat, drink and be merry". God, however, calls him a fool because that same night the rich man would die and not enjoy his riches. What does this parable teach concerning control over our lives? Hint

that people should store up as much as they can for themselves by keeping all valuable things for their future.

that people have very little control over their lives and their own successes.

that people need to save things to sustain themselves for many years, to provide for the end of their lives.

that, if he has an abundance of possessions, a man may control his future.

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Question 10 of 10

10. While the parables are among the most read and loved sections of the Bible, many parables remain a mystery to Christians. In reading the parables, we must be careful not to interpret them beyond what the Bible allows. The parables challenge the listener to do or change something in their life in order to understand its meaning. Which of the following suggestions is NOT helpful in understanding how parables work and what they mean? Hint

The reader should make up and insert facts that help make the meaning more clear.

The reader should pay attention to the context of the parable.

Each parable should be read more than once.

The reader should look for both main and secondary points in the parable.

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

Answer: It is impossible to enter the kingdom of heaven without God.

As the next lines make clear, the significance of the "eye of the needle" and the "camel" represents the contrast between the largest animal in Palestine and the smallest opening, making it humanly impossible without God (Mark 10:24). "What is impossible with men is possible with God" (Luke 23:27). I've taken these quotations from the New International Version (NIV) Study Bible.

Answer: Sign of the covenant

"I will remember my covenant...and the waters shall no more become a flood to destroy all flesh." - Genesis 9:15

Answer: Gospel of Luke

The Gospel of Luke contains 24 parables.
The Gospel of Matthew contains 23 parables.
The Gospel of Mark contains eight parables.
The Gospel of John contains only the stories of The Vine and Good Shepherd, which are not considered parables by all denominations.

Answer: The parable emphasizes that the more one complains, the sooner justice will be carried out.

The parable of the persistent widow emphasizes God's patience toward His people, the assurance that God will act on their behalf and the need to live with faithfulness and readiness for Jesus' return. It is found in Luke 18:1-8 in The New International (NIV) Study Bible.

Answer: Romans 6:23

"For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord" (Romans 6:23). The parable is present in three Gospels: Matthew 24:42-51, Mark 13:34-37, and Luke 12:35-48.

Answer: That they would be cut into pieces.

"Therefore I decree that the people of any nation or language who say anything against the God of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego be cut into pieces and their houses be turned into piles of rubble..." (Daniel 3:29)

Answer: that no one knows when Christ will come.

The parable urges people to be ready for Christ's imminent return.
"Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour." (Matthew 25:13).

8. The only parable where Jesus used a proper name was the "Parable of the Beggar and the Rich Man." Who was the beggar who was rewarded in heaven for all the things he suffered while on earth?

Answer: Lazarus

The rich man had no compassion for Lazarus as he lay beside the gate covered in sores. His faith was not in God. He only cared about himself and his riches. The rich man failed the test by only caring for himself. (Luke 16:20-22)

Answer: that people have very little control over their lives and their own successes.

This parable reminds us that wisdom attends to the things of God. (Luke 12:16-21)
A man's life does not consist of his possessions as life is more important than "things". To worry about one's future does not add a single minute to one's life. Parables like this one teach that salvation and God's blessings assure the reader that He is the source of life and He is all that one needs.

Answer: The reader should make up and insert facts that help make the meaning more clear.

The meaning of each parable does not need to be literally interpreted, and inserting what seems to be missing information may lead the reader down the wrong path. The symbolism is meant to 'open eyes and ears' to understand what Jesus is trying to convey. The reader should interpret was is written and NOT what is omitted.

Source: Author 24grammy

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