Bible Mysteries & Obscure Facts
Who was the oldest man mentioned in the Bible?
Methuselah
(Genesis 5:27)
What river did the Israelites cross to enter the Promised Land?
Jordan River
(Joshua 3:15–17)
I saw a vision of dry bones coming to life, symbolizing Israel’s restoration. Who am I?
Ezekiel
(37:1–10)
I was the king of Israel who made an alliance with King Hiram of Tyre to build the Temple, but my kingdom later split after my death. Who am I?
Solomon
(1 Kings 5:1–2 and 1 Kings 11:11–13)
On which day of the week was the Sabbath commanded to be kept?
Seventh day
(Exodus 20:8–11)
Which king of Israel had 700 wives and 300 concubines?
Solomon
(1 Kings 11:3)
Which city was destroyed by fire and brimstone for its wickedness?
Sodom
(Genesis 19:24–25)
I had a vision of a man with a measuring line to measure Jerusalem. Who am I?
Zechariah
(Zechariah 2:1–2)
I became king at the age of 8 in Judah and followed God’s ways until Pharaoh tried to influence me later in life. Who am I?
Josiah
(2 Chronicles 34:1–2)
How many clean animals of each kind was Noah commanded to take onto the ark?
Seven pairs of clean animals
(Genesis 7:2–3)
Which prophet confronted King Ahab and Queen Jezebel over Naboth’s vineyard?
Elijah
(1 Kings 21:17–19)
On which mountain did Moses receive the Ten Commandments?
Mount Sinai
(Exodus 19–20)
I prophesied about a “suffering servant” who would bear the sins of many. Who am I?
Isaiah
(Isaiah 53:4–6)
I was a king of Judah who reigned for only 3 months before being assassinated. Who am I?
Jehoahaz
(2 Kings 23:31–34)
What metal was used to overlay the Ark of the Covenant?
Gold
(Exodus 37:1–2)
Which Old Testament book is written almost entirely as a series of questions?
Job
(Job 38-41)
Which city was the birthplace of King David?
Bethlehem
(1 Samuel 16:1)
I saw four beasts rising from the sea, representing four kingdoms. Who am I?
Daniel
(Daniel 7:1–3)
I was the Israelite king who survived an assassination attempt by climbing a wall with a rope and later led a victorious rebellion against Assyria. Who am I?
Hezekiah
(2 Kings 18:13–19:37)
In the Day of Atonement, the high priest sent a goat into the wilderness. What was this goat called?
The scapegoat
(Leviticus 16:10)
Which minor prophet’s name means “Servant of the Lord” and wrote only one chapter?
Obadiah
(Obadiah)
Which ancient city is known as “the city of palm trees” where Jesus stayed after the triumphal entry?
Jericho
(Deuteronomy 34:3 and Luke 19:1–2)
I had a vision of a scroll that was sweet in my mouth but bitter in my stomach, symbolizing God’s message. Who am I?
Ezekiel
(Ezekiel 2:8–3:3)
I allied with the Arameans, fought multiple wars with Israel and Judah, and was ultimately defeated after being blinded. Who am I?
Ben-Hadad
(1 Kings 20:1–38)
In which psalm uses every letter of the Hebrew alphabet in 22 sections?
Psalm 119