Wisdom Literature in the Bible Quiz

Which book in the Bible is described as having a bright young teacher?

• Proverbs

• Ecclesiastes

• Job

• Psalms

What is the main theme explored by the wisdom literature books?

• The history of Israel

• The meaning of life

• Living well in this world

• The prophecy of the Messiah

Who is the main voice in the book of Ecclesiastes?

• The teacher

• The prophet

• The author

• The critic

What does the critic in Ecclesiastes say about life under the sun?

• It is predictable

• It is full of joy

• It is eternal

• It is meaningless

What is the Hebrew word used by the critic to describe life?

• Ruach

• Hevel

• Shalom

• Chesed

According to the critic, what is one of the disturbing observations about life?

• Wisdom guarantees success

• We are all going to die

• The earth is flat

• Life is eternal

What does the critic suggest about controlling life?

• It is impossible to control

• It is easy to control

• It is irrelevant to control

• It is necessary to control

What does the critic recommend we focus on in life?

• Accumulating wealth

• Controlling others

• Enjoying simple things

• Avoiding all risks

What is the final advice given by the author of Ecclesiastes?

• Fear the Lord and keep His commandments

• Seek wealth and power

• Avoid all forms of wisdom

• Trust in your own understanding

Which book will provide the final perspective on the journey into wisdom?

• Job

• Song of Solomon

• Genesis

• Psalms