Advent Bible Quiz — Hard Prophecy and Preparation Trivia

1. In Isaiah 9:6, the prophet describes the child to be born with four compound names. Which of these is NOT one of them?

2. Micah 5:2 prophesies that the ruler of Israel will come from Bethlehem, and his origins are described as being from what ancient time?

3. In Matthew 3, John the Baptist references Isaiah's prophecy when preparing the way for Jesus. Which Isaiah chapter contains the 'voice of one calling in the wilderness' prophecy?

4. Genesis 3:15 contains the protoevangelium (first gospel promise). The 'seed' of the woman who will crush the serpent's head is traditionally interpreted as referring to whom?

5. Psalm 22 contains detailed messianic prophecies paralleling Christ's crucifixion. Which specific detail does Psalm 22:18 prophesy that occurred at Jesus's crucifixion?

6. In Daniel 9:25-26, the prophecy of the 'seventy sevens' is divided into specific periods. How many 'sevens' are prophesied before the Messiah the Prince arrives?

7. In Zechariah 12:10, the prophet describes Israel looking on 'the one they have pierced.' According to John's Gospel, what event fulfilled this prophecy?

8. In Luke 1:26-38, the angel Gabriel announces to Mary that her child will be called 'Son of the Most High' and will sit on the throne of which biblical king?

9. Malachi 3:1 prophesies that the messenger will prepare the way before the Lord. In Matthew 11:10, Jesus identifies this messenger as whom?

10. Isaiah 53:5 contains a prophecy about the Messiah being pierced and crushed for our transgressions. What healing does Isaiah attribute to these wounds?