Bible Trivia

Bible Trivia Question

Bible Trivia Question

What's the Answer?

The field that Judas Iscariot purchased with his betrayal money was called Aceldama, but as what was it also known?


Field of Iniquity
Field of Sin
Field of Bones
Field of Blood

Find this question in our Acts of the Apostles Bible Quiz

The answer is: Field of Blood

Acts 1:19 - from the Aramaic spoken in Palestine.

Ah, Aceldama! This infamous location stands out not just for all the intriguing drama of betrayal and tragedy associated with Judas Iscariot but also for its linguistic flair. Translated from the Aramaic, "Field of Blood" has a chilling ring to it and perfectly encapsulates the sorrow tied to Judas’ actions. This wasn’t just a random plot of land; it transformed into a poignant reminder of betrayal, bloodshed, and consequence.

Interesting trivia for you—did you know that Aceldama didn't just symbolize guilt? Legends suggest it became a communal burial ground for the poor and the outcasts of society. This fittingly contrasts the wealth of those people who betrayed the less fortunate. Talk about a dramatic twist! When linked to the Jewish custom of precedently associating blood with life and death, it's almost poetic how this field serves both grave reminders of guilt and hope for redemption lost.

Echoing this theme, speak of Jesus Himself and the notion of transformation; just as He took the broken bread and multiplied it exponentially for the hungry, perhaps the field's story evokes a different journey—a twist from betrayal to burial. Think of it this way: what might have been an epic failure braid human despair into a broader community tale interconnected by loss and, ultimately, new beginnings on the road toward understanding the collective human experience.

Similar Bible Trivia Questions