Questions on Biblical Taxation

In Mark's Gospel, what coin did Jesus ask to be brought to him when he was questioned about the paying of taxes?

• Drachma

• Denarius

• Talent

• Shekel

What is Jesus referring to when he says, "I tell you the truth, you will not get out until you have paid the last penny"?

• Being imprisoned for tax evasion

• Settling matters with an adversary

• Facing God's judgment

• Paying tithes to the temple

In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus says, "Are not even the tax collectors doing that?" What is he referring to?

• Collecting taxes

• Loving their neighbors

• Loving those who love you

• Giving alms

How much did Abraham pay for the field that he bought from Ephron the Hittite?

• 100 shekels of silver

• 400 shekels of silver

• 300 pieces of gold

• 500 talents of gold

Why did Jeremiah buy a field from his cousin Hanamel?

• Because he was Hanamel’s nearest relative and it was his duty to redeem and possess the field if asked to do so.

• To expand his wealth

• Because he needed land to live on

• To build a temple

According to the Law of Moses in Exodus, what must people not do when lending money to the needy?

• They must not charge interest

• Take collateral

• Lend to foreigners

• Give gifts

What gifts was Rebekah given at the well?

• Gold earrings and bracelets

• A silver necklace

• A gold ring and a silver chain

• A cloak and sandals

Who stole gold and silver from the ruins of Jericho?

• Joshua

• Caleb

• Achan

• Gideon

What was the name of the tax collector Jesus met as he was passing through Jericho?

• Zacchaeus

• Levi

• Matthew

• Simon

Which Old Testament prophet did the Lord use to speak to the Israelites, saying, "You earn wages, only to put them in a purse with holes in it"?

• Malachi

• Haggai

• Zechariah

• Amos