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Bible Trivia Question

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Sons of Noah


Japheth
Ham
Cain
Shem

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The answer is: Cain

Cain wasn't a son of Noah. Gen 6:10 - And Noah begat three sons, Shem, Ham, and Japheth.

When we think about Noah and his famous trip in the ark, it’s easy to overlook his sons, Shem, Ham, and Japheth. They are central characters in the story, representing the beginning of various nations after the flood. While Cain, the infamous firstborn son of Adam and Eve, indeed trod a very different path—one marked by hardship and tragedy—his place in this question serves as a reminder of the way Biblical lineages contribute not just to family trees but also major narratives in Scripture.

What's particularly fascinating is that the Hebrew Bible outlines the “curse of Ham,” which many scholars argue has been misinterpreted over centuries. This curse is often associated with racism and prejudiced views, despite Ham's descendants eventually spreading out across Africa and parts of the Middle East, where diverse cultures thrived.**

Moreover, we can trace echoes from these narratives throughout the Bible, sometimes appearing in surprising contexts! For instance, the name of Jabez in 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 hints at pain, much like Cain, yet it blossoms into a tale of prayer and longing for a legacy. These intricacies invite readers to explore God’s relationship with humanity—how spiritually, we transcend earthly divisions made by genealogy and perhaps seek acknowledgment of our unified search for purpose.

By recognizing who truly belongs in each story, we uncover layers of lessons about identity, redemption, and hope that resonate throughout the Biblical text!

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Name one of Noah's sons

Noah begat three sons, Shem, _____ and Japheth

Noah had three sons, Ham, Shem and Japheth

True
False

Who was Noah's father?

Seth
Lamech
Ham
Methuselah

How old was Noah when the floods came?

600
87
345
120

What did the dove bring back to Noah?

Fig leaf
Olive leaf
Flower
Twig

How many times did Noah send out the dove?

Four
One
Two
Three

What was the first thing Noah built when he came out of the ark?

Tabernacle
Altar
Stable
House

What was the covenant between God and Noah?

Never to destroy all living creatures again
Never to flood earth again
Promise that Noah would have lots of children
Promise to make Noah a fruitful nation

How long did Noah live for after the flood?

400 years
450 years
300 years
350 years