Characters in the bible
This shepherd boy defeated Goliath with a sling and a stone
Who is David
Jesus was born in this town, fulfilling prophecy
What is Bethlehem
In this story, a man shows mercy to someone beaten and left on the roadside
What is the Good Samaritan
This book, written mostly by David, is the Bible’s songbook of prayers, laments, and praises.
What is Psalms
This judge of Israel defeated the Midianites with only 300 men.
Who is Gideon
Jonah tried to flee to this city instead of going to Nineveh
What is Tarshish
In this parable, a king forgives a servant’s massive debt, but the servant refuses to forgive a smaller one owed to him.
What is the Unforgiving Servant
Known as “The Preacher” or “The Teacher,” this wisdom book begins with the words, “Vanity of vanities; all is vanity.”
What is Ecclesiastes
This prophet confronted King Ahab and the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel.
Who is Elijah
Paul and Silas were imprisoned here when an earthquake opened the jail doors.
What is Philippi?
This parable describes an unfruitful tree given one more year to produce before being cut down.
What is the Barren Fig Tree
This poetic book wrestles with suffering through the story of a man who lost everything but remained faithful.
What is Job
This prophet’s donkey spoke to him when he tried to go against God’s command
Who is Balaam
The Philistines captured the Ark of the Covenant and brought it to this city, where their god Dagon fell before it.
What is Ashdod
This parable is about servants who killed the son of the vineyard owner after mistreating his messengers.
What is the Wicked Tenants
This book, written mostly by Solomon, is full of wise sayings about life, work, and speech.
What is Proverbs
This left-handed judge of Israel killed King Eglon with a sword strapped to his thigh.
Who is Ehud
This port city in Lebanon, known for its skilled craftsmen, supplied cedar wood for Solomon’s Temple
What is Tyre
In this parable from Luke 16, a dishonest manager reduced people’s debts to gain future favor, teaching that believers should wisely use worldly wealth for eternal purposes.
What is the Parable of the Unjust Steward
This short poetic book, written after the fall of Jerusalem, expresses deep sorrow over the destruction of the city
What is Lamentations