The Book of Zephaniah — Hard Bible Trivia Flashcards

#1

According to Zephaniah 1:1, Zephaniah's lineage traces back through four generations of ancestors. Who was his great-great-grandfather?

📖 Zephaniah 1:1

#2

In Zephaniah 2:4-7, the prophet pronounces judgment against four specific Philistine cities. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

📖 Zephaniah 2:4

#3

What empire does Zephaniah specifically name as facing destruction for its pride in Zephaniah 2:13-15?

📖 Zephaniah 2:13-15

#4

In Zephaniah 1:4-6, the prophet condemns worship practices in Judah, including the worship of a specific celestial body. What is it?

📖 Zephaniah 1:5

#5

According to Zephaniah 3:8, what does God say He will do to gather the nations and kingdoms?

📖 Zephaniah 3:8

#6

What animal does Zephaniah use metaphorically in 3:3 to describe the rulers and judges of Jerusalem?

📖 Zephaniah 3:3

#7

In Zephaniah 2:8-11, which two nations are condemned for mocking and boasting against Judah?

📖 Zephaniah 2:8-11

#8

According to Zephaniah 3:14-17, what does the Lord proclaim He will do to His people in restoration?

📖 Zephaniah 3:14-17

#2

Gath

Zephaniah 2:4 names Gaza, Ashkelon, Ashdod, and Ekron as the four Philistine cities facing judgment. Gath was a Philistine city but is not mentioned in this passage.

Zephaniah 2:4

#1

Hezekiah

Zephaniah 1:1 states his genealogy as: Zephaniah son of Cushi, son of Gedaliah, son of Amariah, son of Hezekiah, establishing a lineage back to King Hezekiah.

Zephaniah 1:1

#4

The host of heaven (stars)

Zephaniah 1:5 condemns those who bow down and swear by the Lord but also swear by Molech and worship the host of heaven (stars and celestial bodies), a syncretistic practice in Judah.

Zephaniah 1:5

#3

Assyria

Zephaniah 2:13-15 prophesies the destruction of Assyria and Nineveh, with God stretching His hand against the north and destroying Assyria's capital.

Zephaniah 2:13-15

#6

Lions

Zephaniah 3:3 states, 'Her officials are roaring lions, her rulers are evening wolves, who leave nothing for the morning,' comparing corrupt leaders to predatory animals.

Zephaniah 3:3

#5

He will pour out His wrath upon them

Zephaniah 3:8 states, 'Therefore wait for me,' declares the Lord, 'for the day I will stand up to testify. I have decided to assemble the nations and to pour out my wrath on them—all my fierce anger.'

Zephaniah 3:8

#8

Take away their punishment and redeem them

Zephaniah 3:15 states, 'The Lord has taken away your punishment, he has turned back your enemy. The Lord, the King of Israel, is with you; never again will you fear any harm.'

Zephaniah 3:14-17

#7

Moab and Ammon

Zephaniah 2:8-9 specifically mentions Moab and Ammon as having mocked Judah and made threats against Judah's borders, earning God's judgment.

Zephaniah 2:8-11

#9

What is the primary historical context for Zephaniah's ministry according to Zephaniah 1:1?

📖 Zephaniah 1:1

#10

In Zephaniah 1:14-18, the prophet describes the Day of the Lord with vivid imagery. What does he say it will bring?

📖 Zephaniah 1:14-18

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#10

Distress, anguish, ruin, and destruction

Zephaniah 1:15 describes the Day of the Lord as 'a day of distress and anguish, a day of ruin and destruction, a day of darkness and gloom.'

Zephaniah 1:14-18

#9

During the reign of King Josiah

Zephaniah 1:1 states the word of the Lord came to Zephaniah 'during the reign of Josiah son of Amon king of Judah,' establishing the historical setting of his prophecies.

Zephaniah 1:1

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