Old Testament · Major Prophets
Ezekiel Bible Quiz
Test your knowledge of Ezekiel: visions of God’s glory, the valley of dry bones and the new temple.
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Who was Ezekiel's father?
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Answer: A. Buzi
Ezekiel's father was Buzi, as mentioned in Ezekiel 1:3.
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In Ezekiel, what does the figure of the 'son of man' primarily refer to?
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Answer: B. Ezekiel himself
The phrase 'son of man' is used repeatedly to refer to Ezekiel, emphasizing his human nature in contrast to divine visions (Ezekiel 2:1).
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What is the main message conveyed by Ezekiel about individual responsibility?
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Answer: B. People are responsible for their own sins
Ezekiel emphasizes personal accountability, notably in Ezekiel 18, where individuals are judged for their own actions.
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What is the main theological theme of Ezekiel?
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Answer: C. God's judgment and restoration
Ezekiel emphasizes God's judgment on sin and His ultimate plan to restore His people (Ezekiel 18:20-32; 36:24-28).
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What occupation did Ezekiel have before becoming a prophet?
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Answer: A. Priest
Ezekiel was a priest from the lineage of Zadok before his prophetic call (Ezekiel 1:3).
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What is the main theme of Ezekiel's prophecies about judgment and restoration?
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Answer: B. God's wrath and mercy
Ezekiel emphasizes God's judgment on sin and His promise of restoration for Israel (Ezekiel 20, 36).
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Who was Ezekiel's primary audience during his prophetic ministry?
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Answer: B. The exiled Israelites in Babylon
Ezekiel prophesied to the Israelites in Babylonian exile, as seen in Ezekiel 1:1-3.
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What is the significance of the 'valley of dry bones' in Ezekiel?
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Answer: D. Restoration of Israel
Ezekiel 37 depicts the valley of dry bones as a symbol of Israel’s spiritual and national revival.
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What cultural background influences Ezekiel's prophetic messages?
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Answer: C. Babylonian
Ezekiel prophesied during the Babylonian exile, and his messages reflect the Babylonian cultural and political context (Ezekiel 1–3).
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What message does Ezekiel deliver about the fate of Jerusalem's leaders?
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Answer: D. They will be judged and punished
Ezekiel prophesies judgment against Israel’s leaders for their sins (Ezekiel 22).
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What is a unique aspect of Ezekiel's prophetic acts compared to other prophets?
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Answer: A. Use of symbolic acts
Ezekiel performed many symbolic acts, such as lying on his side and shaving his hair, to convey messages (Ezekiel 4–5).
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What is the significance of the 'watchman' metaphor in Ezekiel 33?
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Answer: D. A warning to Israel
Ezekiel 33 describes the prophet as a watchman who warns Israel of impending judgment if they do not repent.
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What is a recurring theme in Ezekiel concerning the temple?
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Answer: C. Its destruction and future restoration
Ezekiel 40-48 contains detailed visions of a future temple and its significance in Israel’s restoration.
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What extraordinary vision does Ezekiel see in Ezekiel 1?
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Answer: A. A chariot with living creatures and wheels
Ezekiel 1 describes his vision of the divine chariot with four living creatures and wheels, symbolizing God's throne and glory.
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What is the significance of the prophet's vision of the chariot in Ezekiel 1?
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Answer: A. It depicts God's throne and glory
Ezekiel's vision of the chariot (the 'Merkavah') represents God's divine throne and glory (Ezekiel 1).
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Answer key
- A. Buzi
- B. Ezekiel himself
- B. People are responsible for their own sins
- C. God's judgment and restoration
- A. Priest
- B. God's wrath and mercy
- B. The exiled Israelites in Babylon
- D. Restoration of Israel
- C. Babylonian
- D. They will be judged and punished
- A. Use of symbolic acts
- D. A warning to Israel
- C. Its destruction and future restoration
- A. A chariot with living creatures and wheels
- A. It depicts God's throne and glory
About the book of Ezekiel
Ezekiel is the 26th book of the Bible and belongs to the Major Prophets section of the Old Testament. It has 48 chapters. Ezekiel was a priest and prophet among the exiles in Babylon. His book is full of striking visions: God’s glory, the valley of dry bones, and a restored temple.
Using this quiz with a group
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