Old Testament
How many days did it take God to create the heavens and the earth? What did he do on the last day?
It took God 6 days. He rested on the 7th day.
Who was the mother of Jesus?
Mary
You can’t buy it at a store, but Proverbs says it is worth more than riches. (Hint: One word that describes the overall theme of Proverbs)
Wisdom
What tiny insect does Proverbs 6 tell us to learn from?
Ants (In the summer, they gather all their food and save it so when winter comes, they have plenty to eat)
What were Mary and Martha doing when Jesus came to their home, according to Luke 10:38-42?
Mary was sitting at Jesus' feet listening to him teach. Martha was cooking and doing all the house work.
Which Bible figure led the Israelites out of Egypt?
Moses
How many disciples did Jesus have?
12
According to Proverbs, a wise person is willing to do this when corrected.
Listen/learn, accept correction
According to Proverbs 6, how should you approach each new day.
Waking up early in order to be successful and wise, being productive.
When God asked Solomon what he would like to give him, what did Solomon ask for? What did God give him?
Solomon asked for wisdom. God gave him wisdom and the things he didn't ask for (i.e. riches, honor, greatest king.)
Which Bible figure was sold into slavery but God eventually made a powerful leader in Egypt.
Joseph
Jesus entered Jerusalem riding on this animal.
Donkey
What is the Tigrinya translation for Proverbs?
Metshafe Mesale
How can we lead a good and successful life according to Proverbs 6?
To avoid being lazy, working hard and everything will pay off.
What did Joseph do to his brothers once their father passed away?
What did God give Moses on Mount Sinai?
The Ten Commandments
What did the people wave when Jesus entered Jerusalem?
Palm branches
Fill in the blanks "The ___ of the Lord is the ____ of ____."
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.
Fil in the blanks: "For ____ is better than ___, and all the things one may desire cannot be compared with her.” Proverbs 8:11
"For wisdom is better than rubies, and all the things one may desire cannot be compared with her.” Proverbs 8:11
Fill in the blanks: Proverbs 10 is about putting wisdom into ______.
Proverbs 10 is about putting wisdom into practice.
Which king was famous for his wisdom?
Solomon
Which disciple doubted that Jesus had risen until he saw Him?
Thomas
Who is traditionally associated with writing many of the Proverbs?
Solomon
What are the 7 things that the Lord hates according to Proverbs 6? (Name at least 5)
Eyes that show pride, Tongues that tell lies, Hands that kill innocent people, Hearts that plan evil things, Feet that run to do evil, Witness who tell lies, Causing family members to fight
Fill in the blank: Proverbs 9 is about _____ _____ to wisdom
Proverbs 9 is about accepting invitation to wisdom