Who Am I in the New Testament? — Guess the Character

The New Testament introduces us to dozens of compelling characters whose lives and decisions shaped the early church and Christian faith. From disciples and apostles to lesser-known figures, each person played a unique role in God's plan. This quiz challenges you to identify who these New Testament characters are based on specific details from Scripture.

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I was a tax collector who left everything to follow Jesus. Later, I wrote a Gospel account emphasizing Jesus as king. Who am I?

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it important to study individual characters in the New Testament?+

Studying individual New Testament characters helps us understand different ways people encountered Jesus and responded to Him. Their stories demonstrate various aspects of faith, discipleship, doubt, repentance, and transformation that remain relevant to modern believers. Each character's journey teaches us something unique about following Christ.

Are all the apostles featured in this quiz?+

No, this quiz features 10 key New Testament characters, including several apostles (Matthew, Peter, John, Thomas), Paul, and other important figures like Nicodemus and Zacchaeus. There are 12 apostles total, and many other significant characters throughout the New Testament. We recommend exploring additional quizzes to learn about the complete cast of characters.

What's the difference between the apostles and disciples in the New Testament?+

While the terms are sometimes used interchangeably, disciples generally refers to any follower or student of Jesus, while apostles specifically refers to the 12 men Jesus chose to be His closest companions and leaders of the early church. All apostles were disciples, but not all disciples were apostles.