Bible Quiz: Psalm 5 – Subjective Questions
Welcome,
dear readers and Bible learners!
This
quiz is based on Psalm 5, a heartfelt and powerful morning prayer composed by
King David. In this psalm, David pours out his soul before God—seeking
guidance, expressing trust, acknowledging God's justice, and rejoicing in His
favor. It teaches us how to approach God with reverence, especially in times of
trouble, and how to remain joyful and confident in His protection.
The
questions in this quiz are subjective in nature, helping you reflect deeply on
the text. They are designed to guide your understanding of the psalm’s
spiritual themes, literary expressions, and life applications.
Instructions
for the Quiz
Read
each question carefully – Think about the meaning behind the words.
Answer
in your own words – This is not about memorizing but reflecting.
Use
the provided reference verses (KJV) to compare and study the biblical text.
Write
your responses in a journal or discuss them with your Bible study group.
This
quiz is ideal for personal devotion, group discussions, or Sunday School
reflection.
Bible Quiz: Psalm 5 – Subjective Questions
Question
1
What
does David ask God to do with his words and meditation in the opening of the
psalm?
Answer:
David
asks God to listen to his words and consider his meditation – his heartfelt,
silent thoughts.
Reference
Verse:
"Give
ear to my words, O LORD, consider my meditation."
—
Psalm 5:1 (KJV)
Question
2
How
does David describe God’s response to the wicked and the proud?
Answer:
David
says that God does not take pleasure in wickedness, and that evil cannot dwell
with Him. He also states that the foolish shall not stand in God's sight, and
that God hates all workers of iniquity.
Reference
Verse:
"For
thou art not a God that hath pleasure in wickedness: neither shall evil dwell
with thee. The foolish shall not stand in thy sight: thou hatest all workers of
iniquity."
—
Psalm 5:4–5 (KJV)
Question
3
According
to Psalm 5, how does David contrast the way he approaches God with the behavior
of the wicked?
Answer:
David
says he will enter God's house in the multitude of His mercy, and will worship
in fear toward His holy temple, while the wicked are deceitful and
untrustworthy.
Reference
Verse:
"But
as for me, I will come into thy house in the multitude of thy mercy: and in thy
fear will I worship toward thy holy temple."
—
Psalm 5:7 (KJV)
Question
4
What
specific request does David make regarding guidance from God?
Answer:
David
asks the Lord to lead him in His righteousness because of his enemies, and to
make God's way straight before him.
Reference
Verse:
"Lead
me, O LORD, in thy righteousness because of mine enemies; make thy way straight
before my face."
—
Psalm 5:8 (KJV)
Question
5
What
reasons does David give for God to judge the wicked?
Answer:
David
describes their mouth as having no faithfulness, their inward part as
wickedness, their throat as an open grave, and their tongue as full of
flattery. He calls for their downfall because of their rebellion.
Reference
Verse:
"For
there is no faithfulness in their mouth; their inward part is very wickedness;
their throat is an open sepulchre; they flatter with their tongue."
—
Psalm 5:9 (KJV)
Question
6
How
does David describe the response of the righteous toward God's protection?
Answer:
David
says that those who trust in God will rejoice, shout for joy, and be glad,
because God defends them and blesses the righteous.
Reference
Verse:
"But
let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for
joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in
thee."
—
Psalm 5:11 (KJV)
Question
7
What
beautiful metaphor does David use to describe God’s favor upon the righteous?
Answer:
David
says that God will bless the righteous and compass him with favor as with a
shield.
Reference
Verse:
"For
thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with
a shield."
—
Psalm 5:12 (KJV)
Question
8
How
does Psalm 5 reflect David’s relationship with God in the morning?
Answer:
David
shows that he has a disciplined, personal relationship with God by praying
early in the morning and watching expectantly for God's answer.
Reference
Verse:
"My
voice shalt thou hear in the morning, O LORD; in the morning will I direct my
prayer unto thee, and will look up."
—
Psalm 5:3 (KJV)
Question
9
What
emotional or spiritual posture does David maintain as he enters God’s presence?
Answer:
David
enters God's presence with reverent fear and humility, acknowledging that it's
only by God's mercy he can come before Him.
Reference
Verse:
"But
as for me, I will come into thy house in the multitude of thy mercy: and in thy
fear will I worship toward thy holy temple."
—
Psalm 5:7 (KJV)
Question
10
How
does David want God to deal with the enemies who speak lies and deceive?
Answer:
David
prays that God will destroy them, let them fall by their own counsels, and cast
them out because of their rebellion.
Reference
Verse:
"Destroy
thou them, O God; let them fall by their own counsels; cast them out in the
multitude of their transgressions; for they have rebelled against thee."
—
Psalm 5:10 (KJV)
Question
11
According
to Psalm 5, what kind of people can approach God and receive His protection?
Answer:
Those
who trust in God, love His name, and live righteously can approach God and
enjoy His joy, protection, and favor.
Reference
Verse:
"But
let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice... let them also that love
thy name be joyful in thee."
—
Psalm 5:11 (KJV)
Question
12
What
does the phrase "compass him with favour as with a shield" imply
about God's role in a believer's life?
Answer:
It
implies that God surrounds the believer with protective love and blessings,
just like a shield guards from danger—constant, strong, and all-encompassing.
Reference
Verse:
"For
thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with
a shield."
—
Psalm 5:12 (KJV)
Question
13
What
does David say about the nature of the wicked man’s speech?
Answer:
David
describes it as unfaithful, destructive, and deceptive—his throat is like an
open sepulcher, and his tongue flatters falsely.
Reference
Verse:
"Their
throat is an open sepulchre; they flatter with their tongue."
—
Psalm 5:9b (KJV)
Question
14
Why
does David desire God's righteousness to guide him “because of his enemies”?
Answer:
David
wants God’s guidance so he can walk uprightly and not be led astray or harmed
by the influence or schemes of his enemies.
Reference
Verse:
"Lead
me, O LORD, in thy righteousness because of mine enemies; make thy way straight
before my face."
—
Psalm 5:8 (KJV)
Question
15
What
does David’s confidence in the Lord reveal about his faith amidst adversity?
Answer:
David’s
confidence shows that even when surrounded by deceitful and wicked people, he
finds joy, strength, and safety in God's character and promises.
Reference
Verse:
"But
let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice... because thou defendest
them..."
—
Psalm 5:11 (KJV)
Question
16
What
do the expressions "open sepulchre" and "flatter with their
tongue" suggest about the speech of the wicked?
Answer:
The
phrase "open sepulchre" suggests that their speech is spiritually
corrupt and deadly, hiding decay beneath a false front. "Flatter with
their tongue" shows they use deceptive, manipulative words to mislead
others.
Reference
Verse:
"Their
throat is an open sepulchre; they flatter with their tongue."
—
Psalm 5:9b (KJV)
Question
17
What
contrast does David draw between the wicked and the righteous in terms of God's
relationship with them?
Answer:
David
states that God abhors the wicked and their deceit, but blesses and surrounds
the righteous with divine favor and protection.
Reference
Verses:
"Thou
hatest all workers of iniquity... For thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous;
with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield."
—
Psalm 5:5,12 (KJV)
Question
18
Why
does David say the wicked should fall “by their own counsels”? What does this
imply about sin?
Answer:
David
suggests that the plans and schemes of the wicked will ultimately lead to their
own downfall. This implies that sin is self-destructive, and rebellion against
God brings its own judgment.
Reference
Verse:
"Let
them fall by their own counsels..."
—
Psalm 5:10a (KJV)
Question
19
What
kind of joy and confidence is promised to those who trust in God, according to
this Psalm?
Answer:
Those
who trust in God are promised rejoicing, shouts of joy, defense, and gladness
in His name—a deep assurance that God is for them.
Reference
Verse:
"But
let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for
joy... let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee."
—
Psalm 5:11 (KJV)
Question
20
How
does Psalm 5 present God's holiness in relation to evil?
Answer:
Psalm
5 makes it clear that God is so holy that evil cannot dwell with Him, and He
does not delight in wickedness. His nature is wholly pure and just.
Reference
Verse:
"For
thou art not a God that hath pleasure in wickedness: neither shall evil dwell
with thee."
—
Psalm 5:4 (KJV)
Question
21
What
emotions or themes dominate David’s tone in this Psalm?
Answer:
The
Psalm is marked by urgency, reverence, trust, and hope. David expresses anguish
over wickedness, dependence on God, and confidence in divine justice and favor.
Reference
Insight:
Seen
throughout Psalm 5, especially in verses 1, 3, 8, 11, and 12.
Question
22
Why
does David emphasize praying in the morning? What might this teach us?
Answer:
David
emphasizes beginning the day with prayer and focus on God, showing that early
communion with the Lord sets the tone for trust, guidance, and strength
throughout the day.
Reference
Verse:
"In
the morning will I direct my prayer unto thee, and will look up."
—
Psalm 5:3b (KJV)
Question
23
What
is the significance of David asking God to "make thy way straight before
my face"?
Answer:
David
desires clear guidance, free from distraction or deception. He wants God's path
to be direct and understandable, especially when enemies are near.
Reference
Verse:
"Make
thy way straight before my face."
—
Psalm 5:8b (KJV)
Question
24
In
Psalm 5, how does David connect love for God's name with joy?
Answer:
David
teaches that those who love God's name will naturally be joyful, because their
delight is in the character and presence of God Himself.
Reference
Verse:
"...let
them also that love thy name be joyful in thee."
—
Psalm 5:11b (KJV)
Question
25
How
does Psalm 5 describe God’s response to rebellion and transgression?
Answer:
God
responds to rebellion and transgression with rejection, casting out, and
ultimately judgment, for such acts are direct violations of His holiness.
Reference
Verse:
"...cast
them out in the multitude of their transgressions; for they have rebelled
against thee."
—
Psalm 5:10b (KJV)
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