History
Terminology
Doctrines
Symbols
Abbreviations
100

When did the Salvation Army begin?

1865

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Define the Salvation Army term "Corps".

A Salvation Army church

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How many Articles of Faith are in the Salvation Army doctrine?  

Eleven (11)

100

Name 3 symbols of The Salvation Army

The Crest, The Shield, The Flag

100

What does DC stand for?

Divisional Commander

200

Who is the founder of The Salvation Army?

William Booth

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What is the purpose of Penitent Form/Mercy Seat in the Salvation Army?

A place of prayer

200

What is the Doctrine based on?

The Bible

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What do the “S’s” on the Salvation Army uniform stand for?

Saved to Serve

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What does CSM stand for?

Corps Sergeant Major 

300

Where was The Salvation Army started?

In London, England

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Define this Salvation Army Term: Soldier

An enrolled member of the Salvation Army

300

Recite Article number 1

We believe that the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments were given by inspiration of God; and that they only constitute the divine rule of Christian faith and practice.

300

What do the "Gospel Shots (dots)" represent in the crest represent?

The seven (7) basic truths of the Gospel.

300

What does YPSM stand for?

Young People's Sergeant Major

400

What was The Salvation Army's original name?

The Christian Mission

400

Define this Salvation Army term: Officer

A Salvationist who has been trained, commissioned and ordained

400

Recite Article number 2?

We believe that there is only one God, who is infinitely perfect, the Creator, Preserver and Governor of all things and who is the only proper object of religious worship.

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What are the colors of the Salvation Army flag and what do they represent?  

The flag has three colors — Red, Yellow, and Blue. Red represents the blood of Jesus Christ, Yellow represents the fire of the Holy Spirit, and Blue represents the purity of God.

400

What does DY&CS stand for?

Divisional Youth and Candidates Secretary

500

Name three (3) Historical Salvation Army figures.

William Booth, Catherine Booth, Evangeline Booth, Joe the Turk, Eliza Shirley, George Scott Railton and Samuel Logan Brengle, Bramwell Booth

500

What does the term "General" mean in the Salvation Army?

The international leader of The Salvation Army.

500

Recite Article number 3

We believe that there are three persons in the Godhead – The Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost, undivided in essence and co-equal in power and glory.

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On the crest, what does the crown stand for?

God's reward for His faithful people.

500

What does DDWM stand for?

Divisional Director of Women’s Ministries