Bible Trivia Question
What's the Answer?
Who had been told by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord's Christ?
John the Baptist
Peter
Herod
Find this question in our The Gospel of Luke Bible Quiz
Click to reveal the answerThe answer is: Simeon
Luke 2:25-26
Let’s dive into the fascinating figure of Simeon from Luke Chapter 2! Imagine an elderly man in the temple, patiently waiting—not just for a glimpse of a miracle, but for a promise. Way back when, God revealed to Simeon through the Holy Spirit that he would see the Messiah touch this Earth before he departed from life. What a remarkable assurance!
Simeon's life beautifully exemplifies profound faith. He held tightly to the glimmering hope in God's promise amid his community's long, desperate wait for liberation. Luke paints a vivid picture of anticipation flowing through the temple as he strides forth to meet the infant Jesus, who is not yet the conquering hero but, in this moment, embodies pure vulnerability and joy.
It’s worth noting that Simeon’s encounter with Jesus is often linked with the concept of 'teleios'—a Greek word denoting completeness or maturity—implying that when he held the child, he finally embraced a fullness meaning.
Plus, don't forget Anna, the prophetess who also encounters Jesus right there! They are two silhouettes of divine promise meeting the divine promise manifest—showcasing how God's unfolding plan often transcends individual narratives.
Simeon’s song, also known as the Nunc Dimittis, is uttered with beautifully poetic conviction, "For my eyes have seen your salvation.” A poetic reflection in itself, echoing how many await the answers to their life's journeys. Waiting can be a sacred space ripe for revelation! So, whether religious or not, who knows what life-changing discoveries await those who patiently observe and behold?
Similar Bible Trivia Questions
Josiah reinstated the Passover holy day, but since whose days had a Passover like it not been seen?
David
Judges
Moses
What did Thomas want to see before he would believe that Jesus had been raised?
The thorn imprints
The nail imprints
The spear wound
On what day did the apostles receive the Holy Spirit?
Day of Atonement
Purim
Day of Pentecost
What did the Holy Spirit look like when the disciples received it?
Tongues of fire
White doves
A rushing wind
What form did the Holy Spirit take at the baptism of Jesus?
Unicorn
Eagle
Dove
On what day did the apostles receive the Holy Spirit?
Pentecost
Passover
Purim
As what bird did the Holy Spirit appear at the baptism of Jesus?
Raven
Dove
Pigeon
The apostles received the Holy Spirit at the Feast of Passover
False
The apostles were filled with the Holy Spirit at Pentecost
False