- 1. Paul's Conversion refers to the transformative experience of Saul of Tarsus, a fervent persecutor of early Christians, who dramatically changed to become one of Christianity's most influential apostles. This remarkable event is primarily chronicled in the New Testament, particularly in the Book of Acts. Initially, Saul was known for his zealous dedication to Jewish law and his relentless efforts to uproot the burgeoning Christian movement. However, as he traveled to Damascus to apprehend more Christians, a blinding light enveloped him, and he fell to the ground, hearing the voice of Jesus asking, 'Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?' This profound encounter left him temporarily blind, leading to his eventual conversion when he was visited by Ananias, a disciple who healed him and baptized him. From that moment, Saul, later known as Paul, dedicated his life to spreading the teachings of Christ, traveling extensively throughout the Roman Empire, establishing churches, and writing epistles that would form a significant portion of the New Testament. Paul's conversion not only marked a pivotal moment in his life but also played a critical role in the expansion of Christianity, emphasizing themes of grace, redemption, and the transformative power of faith.
What was Paul's name before his conversion?
A) Matthew
B) Peter
C) John
D) Saul
- 2. On which road did Paul's conversion occur?
A) The road to Jerusalem
B) The road to Emmaus
C) The road to Damascus
D) The road to Nazareth
- 3. Who was sent to heal Paul after his blindness?
A) Silas
B) Barnabas
C) Ananias
D) Timothy
- 4. What did Paul hear on the road to Damascus?
A) Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?
B) Follow me
C) Go and preach
D) Believe and be saved
- 5. What city was Paul traveling to when he converted?
A) Antioch
B) Jerusalem
C) Galilee
D) Damascus
- 6. How long did Paul remain blind after the encounter?
A) One day
B) One week
C) Forty days
D) Three days
- 7. After his conversion, what did Paul become known for?
A) A fisherman
B) A priest
C) A tax collector
D) A missionary
- 8. What did Paul do immediately after his conversion?
A) Started preaching
B) Went to the temple
C) Returned home
D) Built a synagogue
- 9. What was Paul's prominent citizenship?
A) Egyptian
B) Jewish
C) Roman
D) Greek
- 10. Who did Paul call 'the chosen instrument'?
A) Ananias
B) Himself
C) Barnabas
D) Timothy
- 11. What was Paul's profession?
A) Tentmaker
B) Carpenter
C) Fisherman
D) Levi
- 12. What aspect of Paul’s background made him unique among the apostles?
A) His Pharisaic education
B) His family
C) His language skills
D) His wealth
- 13. How did God communicate with Ananias about Paul?
A) By an angel
B) In a vision
C) Through a prophet
D) Through a dream
- 14. What significant work did Paul do after his conversion?
A) Teaching in the temple
B) Writing psalms
C) Missionary journeys
D) Building synagogues
- 15. In how many missionary journeys is Paul known to have participated?
A) Four
B) Three
C) One
D) Two
- 16. What was one of Paul's most famous letters?
A) Genesis
B) Romans
C) Revelation
D) Psalms
- 17. Who spoke to Paul during his conversion?
A) Moses
B) Peter
C) Gabriel
D) Jesus
- 18. Paul wrote many letters known as what?
A) Epistles
B) Proverbs
C) Psalms
D) Gospels
- 19. Which book of the Bible describes Paul's conversion?
A) Romans
B) Matthew
C) Acts
D) Revelation
- 20. Who accompanied Paul on his first missionary journey?
A) Luke
B) Barnabas
C) Silas
D) Timothy
- 21. In which group did Paul initially preach after his conversion?
A) Temples
B) Synagogues
C) Roman courts
D) Marketplace
- 22. What is the significance of the road to Damascus?
A) It was a trade route
B) It was the first church
C) It marked Paul's conversion
D) It was a pilgrimage site
- 23. According to tradition, how did Paul die?
A) Stabbed
B) Poisoned
C) Crucified
D) Beheaded
- 24. What symbol is often associated with Paul?
A) Bread
B) Fish
C) Cross
D) Sword
- 25. Which letter contains the famous passage about love?
A) Philippians
B) Galatians
C) Ephesians
D) 1 Corinthians
- 26. What does Paul call himself in relation to the Gospel?
A) A teacher
B) A king
C) A prophet
D) A servant
- 27. In which chapter does Paul's conversion first appear?
A) Acts 5
B) Acts 16
C) Acts 2
D) Acts 9
- 28. What was Saul's occupation before his conversion?
A) Tax collector
B) Fisherman
C) Soldier
D) Pharisee
- 29. What did Paul immediately begin to do after his conversion?
A) Preach
B) Write letters
C) Build houses
D) Travel to Rome
- 30. What did Saul eat after receiving his sight back?
A) He shared bread
B) He ate and regained strength
C) He celebrated
D) He fasted
- 31. What council did Paul participate in to discuss the law?
A) The Antioch Council
B) The Jerusalem Council
C) The Corinthian Council
D) The Roman Council
A) Antioch
B) Tarsus
C) Jerusalem
D) Capernaum
- 33. What did Paul often face as a result of his preaching?
A) Popularity
B) Persecution
C) Fame
D) Riches
- 34. What event caused Paul to become blind?
A) A thunderstorm
B) A stone
C) A vision of a demon
D) A bright light
- 35. What did Paul say he counted as loss for the sake of Christ?
A) Only education
B) Only wealth
C) All things
D) Only family
- 36. Paul wrote letters to which of the following groups?
A) Army generals
B) Philosophers
C) Churches
D) Kings
- 37. What was the name of the Jewish council that condemned Christians?
A) Scribes
B) Sadducees
C) Pharisees
D) Sanhedrin
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