Gideon
What unusual weapons did Gideon’s men use to defeat the Midianites?
Trumpets, jars, and torches
What special vow had Samson taken from birth?
The Nazarite vow
Who was Samuel’s mother?
Hannah
Who is known for hiding the Israelite spies in Jericho?
Rahab
What event caused sin to enter the world?
The Fall (Adam and Eve eating the fruit)
How many men did Gideon take into battle after God reduced his army?
300
What animal did Samson kill with his bare hands?
A lion
Who did Samuel secretly anoint after the first disobeyed God?
David
Who is known as Jacob’s most beloved wife?
Rachel
What gift from Joseph's father caused jealousy among his brothers?
A special robe / coat of many colors
What enemy nation was oppressing Israel during Gideon’s time?
The Midianites
What physical act caused Samson to lose his strength?
His hair was cut
Who was the first king Samuel anointed?
Saul
Who is known for leading Israel into battle alongside Barak?
Deborah
What miraculous event allowed the Israelites to enter the Promised Land under Joshua?
The Jordan River parting / stopping
What sign did Gideon ask God for involving a fleece?
Dew on the fleece but not on the ground (and then the opposite)
How did Samson kill 1,000 Philistines?
With the jawbone of a donkey
What object was captured by the Philistines during Samuel’s early years?
The Ark of the Covenant
Who is known for betraying Samson to the Philistines for money?
Delilah
What physical condition affected Isaac in his old age?
Blindness
What test did God use to reduce Gideon’s army?
How the men drank water (lapping vs. kneeling)
How did Samson defeat the Philistines at the end of his life?
He pushed down the temple pillars
What did Eli tell Samuel to say when he heard the voice again?
“Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.”
Who is known for saying, “Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay”?
Ruth
What special ability allowed Joseph to rise to power in Egypt?
Interpreting dreams