Bible Trivia Question
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Who was the mother of John the Baptist?
Salome
Mary
Elisabeth
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Luke 1:57-60 - Of the daughters of Aaron
Elisabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, holds a treasured spot in the story of biblical history, and it's not just because her son paved the way for Jesus. She's a descendant of Aaron, which ties her directly to the Levitical priesthood, suggesting a blending of sacred office and familial legacy. It’s fascinating to note that both she and Mary, the mother of Jesus, are noted for their unwavering faith and their key roles in ushering in the new era of spiritual awakening.
What's really intriguing about Elisabeth is her age; she's described as old and barren. Her miraculous pregnancy is not just a miracle but also serves as an echo of other biblical births like those of Sarah and Hannah, demonstrating that God can work wonders through apparently impossible circumstances. Elisabeth’s joyous exclamation when Mary visits—"Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill his promises to her" (Luke 1:45)—ikling intimate echoes of Elizabeth’s faith in the fulfillment of God's long-standing promises.
John's ministry to baptize and call for repentance speaks to his unique heritage as well—his family is established in the faith tradition. The stirring relationships here point not just to physical lineage but also to the fulfillment of prophecies and the establishment of a new covenant, highlighting how the divine weaves humans downright amid difficulty, leading them into extraordinary purposes. Elisabeth may not be in the limelight like her son, but her story provides beautiful insights into expectation, empowerment, and participation in divine plans.
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Who instructed her daughter to ask for the head of John the Baptist?
Herodias
Salome
The wife of Judas Iscariot
Why was John the Baptist sent from God?
To show humility by his simplistic life
To bear witness of the light
To perform miracles and signs
What did John the Baptist say when he saw Jesus?
Hosanna in the highest!
Behold the Lamb of God!
Behold the Saviour of the world!
Which king locked up John the Baptist?
Philip
Hadrian
Augustus
Who was the father of John the Baptist?
Zacharias
Joseph
Aaron
How much older was John the Baptist than Jesus?
One month
Two years
Six months
What relationship was John the Baptist to Jesus?
Cousin
Nephew
Brother
Where was John the Baptist when the word of God came to him?
In the wilderness
In the temple
At his mother's home
In which wilderness region did John the Baptist preach?
Negev
Shur
Judea