Bible Characters
This man is known for building an ark to survive the flood
Noah
Noah is a biblical figure known for his role in the story of the Great Flood, as described in the Book of Genesis. God chose Noah to build an ark to save his family and pairs of every animal species from a worldwide flood meant to cleanse the earth of human wickedness. Noah is depicted as a righteous man who obeyed God’s commands, and after the flood, he and his family repopulated the earth. Noah is also considered a prophet in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
She was the mother of Jesus.
Mary
Jesus’ mother is Mary, often referred to as the Virgin Mary in Christian tradition. According to the New Testament, Mary was a young Jewish woman who gave birth to Jesus in Bethlehem, and she is considered a central figure in Christianity.
Jesus told this parable to illustrate the importance of repentance.
the Parable of the Prodigal Son
Explanation: Found in Luke 15:11-32, Jesus tells the story of a son who returns home after making mistakes, showing God’s forgiveness and love for the repentant.
This miracle involved Jesus turning water into ___ at a wedding in Cana.
wine
Explanation: Jesus performed His first miracle by turning water into wine at the wedding feast in Cana, demonstrating His power over nature (John 2:1-11).
What is the third Commandment?
You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain
the commandment about not misusing God’s name
Explanation: This commandment teaches reverence for God’s name and warns against using it disrespectfully or casually.
This person is known as the “father of faith” and had a son named Isaac.
Abraham
Abraham is a key figure in the religious traditions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. He is considered the founding patriarch of the Israelites, Ishmaelites, and Edomites. In the Bible, Abraham is known for his strong faith in God, his covenant with God, and his willingness to sacrifice his son Isaac, as an act of obedience to God’s command (though God intervened before he did). He is often seen as a model of faith and righteousness. In Islam, Abraham (Ibrahim) is also regarded as a prophet and a key figure in the establishment of monotheism.
This city is where Jesus was born.
Bethlehem
Jesus was born in Bethlehem, a town in Judea, which is located in modern-day Israel. According to the New Testament, his birth took place in a stable, as there was no room for Mary and Joseph in the inn. This event is celebrated by Christians worldwide during Christmas.
Jesus taught us to treat others the way we want to be treated. This principle is known as the _______
the Golden Rule
Explanation: Found in Matthew 7:12, Jesus calls for people to treat others with the same kindness and respect they would want for themselves.
He raised this man from the dead after he had been in the tomb for four days.
Lazarus
Explanation: Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, showing His power over life and death (John 11:1-44).
What is the fourth Commandment?
Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy
the commandment about honoring the Sabbath
Explanation: This commandment calls for setting aside the seventh day for rest and worship, following the example of God’s rest after creation.
This man fought Goliath with just a slingshot and a stone.
David
David was the second king of Israel, known for defeating the giant Goliath as a young man. He united Israel and made Jerusalem its capital. David is remembered for his strong faith in God and is also credited with writing many Psalms.
Jesus was betrayed for thirty pieces of silver by this person
Judas
Jesus was betrayed by Judas Iscariot, one of his twelve disciples. Judas handed Jesus over to the religious leaders in exchange for thirty pieces of silver, which ultimately led to Jesus’ arrest and crucifixion. His betrayal is one of the most well-known events in the New Testament.
This parable, found in Luke 10, tells the story of a compassionate person helping a stranger in need
the Parable of the Good Samaritan
Explanation: Jesus uses this parable to teach that we should love and care for everyone, even those considered our enemies.
Jesus healed a paralyzed man who was lowered through a roof by his ____
friends
Explanations: In the Gospel of Mark (2:1-12), it describes how the man’s friends brought him to Jesus and, unable to reach Him due to the crowd, they made a hole in the roof to lower him down.
What is the eighth Commandment?
You shall not steal’?
the commandment about respecting others’ property
Explanation: This commandment forbids theft and emphasizes respect for others’ possessions and rights.
This disciple denied knowing Jesus three times before the rooster crowed.
Peter
Peter, originally named Simon, was one of Jesus’ twelve apostles and a prominent figure in Christianity. He is known for his strong faith, though he famously denied Jesus three times before repenting. Peter is considered the first pope by the Catholic Church and is remembered for his leadership in spreading Christianity after Jesus’ death.
Jesus gave this famous sermon, which starts with “Blessed are the poor in spirit.”
Sermon on the Mount
The Sermon on the Mount is a collection of Jesus’ teachings in Matthew 5-7, focusing on love, forgiveness, humility, and living righteously. It includes the Beatitudes, the Lord’s Prayer, and guidance on ethical behavior.
Jesus said this is the greatest commandment
to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind
Explanation: In Matthew 22:37, Jesus teaches that loving God is the most important commandment, followed by loving others.
Jesus performed this miracle when He turned a small amount of food into enough to feed a crowd of ____ people.
4,000
Explanation: Jesus miraculously multiplied seven loaves and a few fish, feeding a large crowd with seven baskets of leftovers (Matthew 15:32-39).
What does the ninth Commandment say?
You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor
the commandment about truthfulness
Explanation: This commandment forbids lying or giving false testimony, particularly in matters that could harm others.
This queen risked her life to save the Jewish people from a decree of destruction in the Persian Empire.
Esther
Esther was a Jewish queen of Persia, known for her bravery in saving her people from a plot to destroy them. Her story is told in the Book of Esther in the Bible, where she risked her life by revealing her Jewish identity to the king, leading to the defeat of their enemies. Her actions are celebrated during the Jewish festival of Purim.
Jesus was resurrected on this day of the week.
Sunday
We know Jesus was resurrected on a Sunday based on the accounts in the New Testament Gospels. All four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) mention that Jesus’ resurrection occurred “on the first day of the week,” which is Sunday. In Jewish tradition, the Sabbath is observed on Saturday, so the “first day” would refer to Sunday. Additionally, the Gospels describe women visiting Jesus’ tomb early on Sunday morning and finding it empty, which marks the beginning of the resurrection event.
Jesus taught that we should forgive others as this person forgives us.
God?
Explanation: In Matthew 6:12, Jesus encourages us to forgive others in the same way God forgives us, showing mercy and grace
Jesus healed this woman who had been bleeding for ____ years after she touched His cloak in a crowd.
12
Explanation: This miracle demonstrated Jesus’ power to heal physical afflictions and the importance of faith (Mark 5:25-34).
What is the first Commandment?
You shall have no other gods before Me’
the commandment about worshiping only God
Explanation: This commandment emphasizes the exclusive worship of God and prohibits the worship of other gods.