- 1. King David's reign, marked by both triumphs and trials, was a pivotal period in the history of ancient Israel, lasting from around 1010 to 970 BCE. Ascending to the throne after the tumultuous rule of King Saul, David united the once-fractured tribes of Israel into a cohesive kingdom. His military prowess was legendary; he defeated the formidable Philistines, most famously Goliath, establishing himself as a national hero and a symbol of faith and courage. Under his leadership, Israel expanded its borders significantly, gaining control over key territories and establishing Jerusalem as the political and spiritual center of the nation. David's reign was also characterized by significant cultural development, including the establishment of a centralized government and the patronage of the arts, which influenced future generations. However, his rule was not without personal and political strife. The consequences of his moral failings, notably his affair with Bathsheba and the subsequent murder of her husband Uriah, left deep scars in his personal life and sparked familial discord, culminating in a rebellion led by his own son Absalom. Despite these hardships, David is celebrated for his deep faith in God, his poetic contributions, particularly the Book of Psalms, and his legacy as a righteous king, laying the foundation for the future of Israel and making him a central figure in Judeo-Christian tradition.
Who anointed David as king of Israel?
A) Samuel
B) Nathan
C) Solomon
D) Saul
- 2. What giant did David defeat?
A) Jonathan
B) Saul
C) Goliath
D) Absalom
- 3. From which city did David rule over Judah?
A) Gibeah
B) Bethlehem
C) Hebron
D) Jerusalem
- 4. What was the name of David's wife who became the mother of Solomon?
A) Michal
B) Hagar
C) Bathsheba
D) Abigail
- 5. How many years did David reign over Israel?
A) 50 years
B) 40 years
C) 30 years
D) 20 years
- 6. What sin did David commit that led to the death of Uriah?
A) Idolatry
B) Murder
C) Lying
D) Adultery
- 7. What did David bring to Jerusalem that symbolized God's presence?
A) Table of Showbread
B) Ark of the Covenant
C) Altar of Incense
D) Golden Calf
- 8. Who was the prophet that confronted David about his sins?
A) Jeremiah
B) Elijah
C) Nathan
D) Isaiah
- 9. Which child of David tried to usurp his throne?
A) Solomon
B) Absalom
C) Amnon
D) Adonijah
- 10. What was David’s occupation before he became king?
A) Shepherd
B) Fisherman
C) Builder
D) Farmer
- 11. What instrument did David play to soothe Saul?
A) Flute
B) Drum
C) Lute
D) Harp
- 12. What was the name of David's son who succeeded him as king?
A) Absalom
B) Solomon
C) Adonijah
D) Saul
- 13. Which city did David capture to become the capital of his kingdom?
A) Hebron
B) Bethlehem
C) Jerusalem
D) Gibeah
- 14. Which of David's sons raped his half-sister Tamar?
A) Amnon
B) Solomon
C) Adonijah
D) Absalom
- 15. What was the consequence of David's sin against Uriah?
A) Public disgrace
B) The death of his child
C) Loss of kingship
D) His exile from Israel
- 16. Which enemy did David have to flee from for his life?
A) Absalom
B) Saul
C) Goliath
D) Philistines
- 17. What did David write that expresses his deep emotions and prayers?
A) Lamentations
B) Psalms
C) Proverbs
D) Ecclesiastes
- 18. Which kingdom did David establish?
A) Southern Kingdom
B) United Kingdom of Israel
C) Kingdom of Judah
D) Northern Kingdom
- 19. What did David desire to build for God?
A) A city
B) A palace
C) A temple
D) An altar
- 20. What was unique about David's selection as king?
A) He was the tallest
B) He was wealthy
C) He was a foreigner
D) He was the youngest son
- 21. Who was David's first wife?
A) Bathsheba
B) Tamar
C) Michal
D) Abigail
A) Abner
B) Saul
C) Jonathan
D) David
- 23. What did David do when he heard of Saul's death?
A) Celebrated
B) Fought
C) Fled
D) Mourned
- 24. With which Philistine city did David seek refuge?
A) Jericho
B) Ashkelon
C) Ekron
D) Gath
- 25. Who was David's military leader?
A) Uriah
B) Abner
C) Zadok
D) Joab
- 26. Which war did David fight against the Ammonites?
A) Ammonite War
B) Syrian War
C) Moabite War
D) Philistine War
- 27. What city did David flee to after Absalom's rebellion?
A) Hebron
B) Mahanaim
C) Gath
D) Bethlehem
- 28. What was the sin associated with the census David ordered?
A) Lust
B) Greed
C) Pride
D) Disobedience
- 29. Who was David's best friend and son of Saul?
A) Nathan
B) Jonathan
C) Absalom
D) Samuel
- 30. How many men did David gather to fight against Saul?
A) 200
B) 300
C) 1000
D) 400
- 31. What is the name of David's psalm of repentance?
A) Psalm 1
B) Psalm 23
C) Psalm 51
D) Psalm 119
- 32. At what age did David become king of Judah?
A) 35
B) 20
C) 30
D) 25
- 33. What was the significant battle David won at Ziklag?
A) Against the Amalekites
B) Against the Edomites
C) Against the Moabites
D) Against the Philistines
- 34. Who was David's father?
A) Solomon
B) Jesse
C) Saul
D) Abraham
- 35. Which army did David fight against in his early reign?
A) Ammonites
B) Philistines
C) Moabites
D) Egyptians
- 36. What type of government did David establish?
A) Theocracy
B) Democracy
C) Monarchy
D) Oligarchy
- 37. In which battle did David's men defeat the Amalekites?
A) Gibeon
B) Mount Hermon
C) Ziklag
D) Gilboa
- 38. What affliction did David suffer from in his later years?
A) Leprosy
B) Blindness
C) Lameness
D) Old age
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