Quiz on the Book of Psalms

How many psalms are traditionally attributed to King David?

• 50

• 60

• 73

• 100

Which two figures, aside from David, are known to have written psalms in the Book of Psalms?

• Solomon and Moses

• Asaph and Korah

• Isaiah and Jeremiah

• Noah and Abraham

What significant term appears at the beginning and end of each of the five concluding psalms of the Book of Psalms?

• Hallelujah

• Shalom

• Amen

• Adonai

How is the Book of Psalms divided?

• Into three parts

• Into two sections

• Into five books

• Into seven collections

What is the central theme of Psalm 1?

• The coming Messianic King

• The power of prayer

• The blessing of meditating on and obeying the Torah

• The sovereignty of God

What is the relationship between Psalms 1 and 2 in the structure of the Book of Psalms?

• Psalm 1 focuses on the law, while Psalm 2 prophesies the Messianic King

• Both psalms describe King David’s reign

• Psalm 1 and 2 are both laments

• Psalm 1 talks about future judgment, while Psalm 2 is a hymn of praise

What is the significance of the "horn" mentioned in Psalm 148?

• It symbolizes victory over evil

• It refers to the temple's sacred instrument

• It is a symbol of Israel's military strength

• It signifies God's judgment on the nations

Which book of the Psalms includes the longest poem, Psalm 119?

• Book One

• Book Two

• Book Four

• Book Three

In which section of the Psalms do lament psalms predominate?

• Books Two and Three

• Books Four and Five

• Books One through Three

• The whole book equally

What are the two main categories of psalms found in the Book of Psalms?

• Psalms of petition and psalms of thanksgiving

• Psalms of lament and psalms of praise

• Psalms of history and psalms of prophecy

• Psalms of prayer and psalms of song