Bible Quiz – Psalm 6 (Multiple Choice Questions)

 

Bible Quiz – Psalm 6 (Multiple Choice Questions) 

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In this edition, we dive into Psalm 6, one of the heartfelt Penitential Psalms of David. In this short yet powerful prayer, David pours out his soul in sorrow, seeking God’s mercy, healing, and deliverance. It reflects themes of repentance, emotional suffering, and confident faith in God’s response.

This quiz is designed to help you explore the depth of Psalm 6 through engaging and thought-provoking multiple-choice questions. Whether you're preparing for a Bible study, Sunday school, or simply deepening your personal walk with God, this quiz will strengthen your understanding of this psalm's rich spiritual message.

 

Instructions for the Quiz

Read Psalm 6 carefully before attempting the questions. You can refer to your favorite Bible version.

Each question has four multiple-choice options (A–D). Only one answer is correct.

Correct answers and Bible references are provided below each question to enhance learning.

You may take this quiz individually or use it in a group setting.

Use it as a fun way to meditate on Scripture and test your memory.

 

Bible Quiz – Psalm 6 (Multiple Choice Questions)

 

Q1. How does David begin Psalm 6?

A. With praise and thanksgiving

B. By asking God to bless him

C. By pleading for mercy and not rebuke in anger

D. With a call to all nations to worship God

 

Answer: C. By pleading for mercy and not rebuke in anger

Reference: Psalm 6:1 – "O LORD, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chasten me in thy hot displeasure."

 

Q2. What does David ask the LORD to do in verse 2?

A. Give him strength to fight

B. Heal him because he is weak

C. Provide daily bread

D. Defend him from his enemies

 

Answer: B. Heal him because he is weak

Reference: Psalm 6:2 – "Have mercy upon me, O LORD; for I am weak: O LORD, heal me..."

 

Q3. In Psalm 6, what does David say about his bones?

A. They are strong and healthy

B. They rejoice in the Lord

C. They are vexed

D. They are broken

 

Answer: C. They are vexed

Reference: Psalm 6:2 – "...my bones are vexed."

 

Q4. How does David describe the state of his soul?

A. At peace

B. Restless

C. Rejoicing

D. Sore vexed

 

Answer: D. Sore vexed

Reference: Psalm 6:3 – "My soul is also sore vexed..."

 

Q5. What question does David ask God in verse 3?

A. "Why have You forsaken me?"

B. "How long?"

C. "Where shall I go from Your Spirit?"

D. "Who can deliver me?"

 

Answer: B. "How long?"

Reference: Psalm 6:3 – "...but thou, O LORD, how long?"

 

Q6. What reason does David give for asking God to spare his life?

A. So he can serve in the temple

B. Because the wicked are winning

C. Because in death there is no remembrance of God

D. Because he has been faithful

 

Answer: C. Because in death there is no remembrance of God

Reference: Psalm 6:5 – "For in death there is no remembrance of thee..."

 

Q7. What does David say about his tears?

A. They are dried up

B. He weeps in silence

C. He floods his bed with them every night

D. He saves them in a bottle

 

Answer: C. He floods his bed with them every night

Reference: Psalm 6:6 – "I water my couch with my tears."

 

Q8. How does David describe his eyes in verse 7?

A. Blind

B. Enlightened

C. Consumed with grief

D. Lifted to the hills

 

Answer: C. Consumed with grief

Reference: Psalm 6:7 – "Mine eye is consumed because of grief..."

 

Q9. What change of tone occurs in verse 8?

A. David praises God

B. David warns his enemies

C. David asks for forgiveness

D. David declares victory over Goliath

 

Answer: B. David warns his enemies

Reference: Psalm 6:8 – "Depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity..."

 

Q10. What final assurance does David express at the end of the psalm?

A. God has forsaken him

B. His enemies have triumphed

C. The LORD has heard his prayer

D. The battle is not his, but God’s

 

Answer: C. The LORD has heard his prayer

Reference: Psalm 6:9 – "The LORD hath heard my supplication; the LORD will receive my prayer."

 

Q11. What kind of people does David ask to “depart” from him in verse 8?

A. The wicked kings

B. All Gentiles

C. The workers of iniquity

D. His betrayers

 

Answer: C. The workers of iniquity

Reference: Psalm 6:8 – "Depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity..."

 

Q12. Why does David ask the wicked to depart from him?

A. He no longer needs help

B. He is going to the temple

C. Because the LORD has heard his weeping

D. Because he has won the battle

 

Answer: C. Because the LORD has heard his weeping

Reference: Psalm 6:8 – "...for the LORD hath heard the voice of my weeping."

 

Q13. What phrase shows David's confidence in God's response to his prayer?

A. "I will wait patiently"

B. "Thy will be done"

C. "The LORD will receive my prayer"

D. "My help comes from the hills"

 

Answer: C. "The LORD will receive my prayer"

Reference: Psalm 6:9 – "...the LORD will receive my prayer."

 

Q14. What emotion is associated with David's enemies in verse 10?

A. Joy

B. Shame and trouble

C. Fear of the Lord

D. Indifference

 

Answer: B. Shame and trouble

Reference: Psalm 6:10 – "Let all mine enemies be ashamed and sore vexed..."

 

Q15. What fate does David desire for his enemies?

A. That they perish forever

B. That they turn and return to God

C. That they be ashamed and return suddenly

D. That they go into exile

 

Answer: C. That they be ashamed and return suddenly

Reference: Psalm 6:10 – "...let them return and be ashamed suddenly."

 

Q16. Psalm 6 is classified as a...

A. Psalm of Praise

B. Penitential Psalm

C. Messianic Psalm

D. Imprecatory Psalm

 

Answer: B. Penitential Psalm

Explanation: Psalm 6 is one of the 7 traditional “Penitential Psalms” where the psalmist expresses sorrow for sin and pleads for mercy.

 

Q17. What physical expression of grief does David mention in Psalm 6?

A. Fasting and sackcloth

B. Lying in ashes

C. Flooding his bed with tears

D. Beating his breast

 

Answer: C. Flooding his bed with tears

Reference: Psalm 6:6 – "I am weary with my groaning; all the night make I my bed to swim..."

 

Q18. How often does David say he cries?

A. Every morning

B. Continually

C. All night

D. On the Sabbath

 

Answer: C. All night

Reference: Psalm 6:6 – "...all the night make I my bed to swim..."

 

Q19. What theme is central throughout Psalm 6?

A. God's faithfulness to Israel

B. Praise and worship

C. Repentance and mercy

D. Victory in battle

 

Answer: C. Repentance and mercy

Reference: The entire psalm centers around David's plea for mercy, healing, and deliverance.

 

Q20. What attitude does David show toward God throughout Psalm 6?

A. Arrogance

B. Confidence without humility

C. Despair and hopelessness

D. Humility and trust

 

Answer: D. Humility and trust

Reference: David humbly seeks mercy while trusting that God hears his cry (Psalm 6:4, 6:9).

 

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