Bible Quiz – Psalm 6: Subjective Questions
Psalm
6: A Heartfelt Cry for Mercy
Psalm
6 is one of the Penitential Psalms—a moving prayer where David pours out his
heart before the Lord. It is a deeply personal and emotional appeal for mercy,
healing, and deliverance. Through sorrow, groaning, and tears, David confesses
his weakness, pleads for God's intervention, and finally affirms his trust in
God's unfailing mercy.
This
quiz invites you to explore Psalm 6 beyond the words—into the emotions, faith,
and transformation of the psalmist. It is ideal for personal meditation, group
study, or Sunday school discussions.
Instructions
for Psalm 6 Bible Quiz (Subjective Questions)
Read
Psalm 6 in your Bible (preferably KJV for consistency).
Reflect
on the emotions and spiritual depth behind each verse.
Answer
the subjective questions in your own words, then compare with the answers
provided.
Read
the complete reference verse after each question to strengthen Scripture
memory.
Discuss
your insights in your Bible study group or share your reflections in the
comments.
Take
your time with each question. The goal is understanding, not just answering.
Bible Quiz – Psalm 6: Subjective Questions
1.
Why does David ask the Lord not to rebuke him in anger?
Answer:
David
is overwhelmed with sorrow and physical weakness. He pleads for mercy,
recognizing God's discipline but fearing the intensity of His wrath.
Reference
Verse:
"O
LORD, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chasten me in thy hot
displeasure."
—
Psalm 6:1 (KJV)
2.
How does David describe his physical and emotional state in his plea?
Answer:
He
says that he is weak, his bones are vexed, and his soul is greatly troubled.
Reference
Verse:
"Have
mercy upon me, O LORD; for I am weak: O LORD, heal me; for my bones are
vexed."
—
Psalm 6:2 (KJV)
3.
What question does David ask the Lord to express his urgency?
Answer:
David
asks, “O Lord, how long?” showing his longing for God’s intervention and
relief.
Reference
Verse:
"My
soul is also sore vexed: but thou, O LORD, how long?"
—
Psalm 6:3 (KJV)
4.
On what basis does David ask for deliverance?
Answer:
He
appeals to God’s mercy and love.
Reference
Verse:
"Return,
O LORD, deliver my soul: oh save me for thy mercies' sake."
—
Psalm 6:4 (KJV)
5.
What reason does David give for God to preserve his life?
Answer:
David
argues that in death there is no remembrance of God or praise from the grave.
Reference
Verse:
"For
in death there is no remembrance of thee: in the grave who shall give thee
thanks?"
—
Psalm 6:5 (KJV)
6.
How does David express the depth of his sorrow?
Answer:
He
says he is weary with groaning, floods his bed with tears, and his eye is
consumed with grief.
Reference
Verse:
"I
am weary with my groaning; all the night make I my bed to swim; I water my
couch with my tears."
—
Psalm 6:6 (KJV)
7.
How does David describe the impact of his enemies?
Answer:
He
says his eye is consumed because of grief and grows old due to his enemies.
Reference
Verse:
"Mine
eye is consumed because of grief; it waxeth old because of all mine
enemies."
—
Psalm 6:7 (KJV)
8.
What change in tone does David show toward his enemies in the latter part of
the Psalm?
Answer:
He
confidently declares that the Lord has heard his weeping and that his enemies
will be ashamed and turned back.
Reference
Verse:
"Depart
from me, all ye workers of iniquity; for the LORD hath heard the voice of my
weeping."
—
Psalm 6:8 (KJV)
"Let
all mine enemies be ashamed and sore vexed: let them return and be ashamed
suddenly."
—
Psalm 6:10 (KJV)
9.
What assurance does David gain in his prayer?
Answer:
David
becomes assured that the Lord has heard his supplication and accepted his
prayer.
Reference
Verse:
"The
LORD hath heard my supplication; the LORD will receive my prayer."
—
Psalm 6:9 (KJV)
10.
What does David ask God to do to his enemies?
Answer:
David
prays that his enemies will be ashamed, troubled, and suddenly turned back.
Reference
Verse:
"Let
all mine enemies be ashamed and sore vexed: let them return and be ashamed
suddenly."
—
Psalm 6:10 (KJV)
11.
What emotions dominate the beginning of the psalm, and how do they contrast
with the ending?
Answer:
The
beginning is filled with fear, sorrow, and physical weakness, while the ending
is marked by faith, assurance, and confidence in God's justice.
Reference
Verses:
Beginning
tone:
"Have
mercy upon me, O LORD; for I am weak..."
—
Psalm 6:2 (KJV)
Ending
tone:
"The
LORD hath heard my supplication; the LORD will receive my prayer."
—
Psalm 6:9 (KJV)
12.
How does David demonstrate his relationship with God through this prayer?
Answer:
David
shows vulnerability, honesty, and trust—crying out in distress yet confident in
God’s response. His lament turns into faith and hope.
Reference
Verse:
"Depart
from me, all ye workers of iniquity; for the LORD hath heard the voice of my
weeping."
—
Psalm 6:8 (KJV)
13.
What does David’s use of tears and groaning signify about his inner condition?
Answer:
His
physical expressions of grief—tears, groaning, sleeplessness—show the depth of
his repentance, emotional pain, and desperation for God’s mercy.
Reference
Verse:
"I
am weary with my groaning; all the night make I my bed to swim; I water my
couch with my tears."
—
Psalm 6:6 (KJV)
14.
How is God's character revealed in David’s appeal for mercy?
Answer:
God
is shown as merciful, attentive to prayer, and responsive to the brokenhearted,
even when disciplining.
Reference
Verse:
"Return,
O LORD, deliver my soul: oh save me for thy mercies' sake."
—
Psalm 6:4 (KJV)
15.
What literary or poetic techniques are used in Psalm 6 to enhance its emotional
impact?
Answer:
David
uses repetition, imagery (tears soaking the bed), contrasts (weakness vs.
assurance), and direct address to God to evoke a deep emotional and spiritual
resonance.
Reference
Example:
"All
the night make I my bed to swim; I water my couch with my tears."
—
Psalm 6:6 (KJV)
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