Old Testament · Minor Prophets
Micah Bible Quiz
Test your knowledge of Micah: justice, mercy, humility and Bethlehem.
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From which town does Micah prophesy the Messiah will come?
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Answer: A. Bethlehem
Micah 5:2 prophesies that the ruler of Israel will come from Bethlehem Ephrathah.
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What literary style is predominant in the book of Micah?
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Answer: C. Poetry and prophecy
Micah is composed mainly of poetic prophetic oracles, characterized by vivid imagery and rhythmic structure (Micah 1-7).
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In Micah, what does God condemn the leaders and prophets for?
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Answer: D. Their dishonest dealings and corruption
Micah condemns corrupt leaders and prophets for greed, injustice, and leading people astray (Micah 3:9-11).
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What does Micah 3:11 criticize among the leaders of Judah?
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Answer: A. Bribery and injustice
Micah 3:11 condemns leaders who judge for bribes and corrupt justice, emphasizing social injustice.
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What does Micah say God requires of mankind?
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Answer: A. To do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God
Micah 6:8 contains this famous summary of what the Lord requires: justice, mercy, and humility.
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What is the primary theme emphasized by Micah in his prophecy?
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Answer: B. Justice and Mercy
Micah emphasizes the importance of justice, mercy, and humility before God (Micah 6:8).
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According to Micah, what will people do with their weapons in the future kingdom?
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Answer: B. Beat swords into plowshares and spears into pruning hooks
Micah 4:3 describes the peaceful transformation of weapons into farming tools.
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What does Micah prophecy about the mountain of the Lord's house?
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Answer: A. It will be established as the highest of mountains
Micah 4:1 prophesies that the mountain of the Lord's house will be established as chief among mountains.
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What does Micah say about God's forgiveness?
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Answer: B. He will cast our sins into the depths of the sea
Micah 7:19 beautifully describes God casting our iniquities into the depths of the sea.
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Which future ruler is Micah's prophecy in Micah 5:2 associated with?
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Answer: B. The Messiah
Micah 5:2 foretells the birth of a ruler from Bethlehem who will shepherd God's people, a prophecy about the Messiah.
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How does Micah describe God's attitude toward true worship in Micah 6:6-8?
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Answer: C. Act justly and walk humbly
Micah 6:8 emphasizes that God desires justice, mercy, and humility over ritual sacrifices.
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Which city is prophesied to be destroyed due to its corruption, as mentioned in Micah 1:6-7?
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Answer: D. Samaria
Micah predicts the destruction of Samaria, the capital of Israel, due to its idolatry and injustice (Micah 1:6-7).
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Which biblical book is closely linked to Micah in its themes of judgment and hope?
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Answer: B. Isaiah
Both Micah and Isaiah focus on judgment due to injustice but also contain messages of hope and restoration (Micah 4; Isaiah 2).
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What does Micah prophesy about the nations in the last days?
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Answer: A. Many nations will come and say, 'Let us go up to the mountain of the Lord'
Micah 4:2 prophesies that many nations will flow to the Lord's house to learn His ways.
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How does Micah describe God's character in terms of His uniqueness?
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Answer: C. Who is a God like You, pardoning iniquity
Micah 7:18 asks 'Who is a God like You?' emphasizing God's unique character in pardoning sin.
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Answer key
- A. Bethlehem
- C. Poetry and prophecy
- D. Their dishonest dealings and corruption
- A. Bribery and injustice
- A. To do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God
- B. Justice and Mercy
- B. Beat swords into plowshares and spears into pruning hooks
- A. It will be established as the highest of mountains
- B. He will cast our sins into the depths of the sea
- B. The Messiah
- C. Act justly and walk humbly
- D. Samaria
- B. Isaiah
- A. Many nations will come and say, 'Let us go up to the mountain of the Lord'
- C. Who is a God like You, pardoning iniquity
About the book of Micah
Micah is the 33rd book of the Bible and belongs to the Minor Prophets section of the Old Testament. It has 7 chapters. Micah condemns injustice in Israel and Judah, foretells that a ruler will come from Bethlehem, and sums up what God requires: to do justly, love mercy and walk humbly.
Using this quiz with a group
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