Bible Quiz - Psalm 7 (True / False)

 

Bible Quiz - Psalm 7 (True / False) 

Welcome to the True / False Bible Quiz on Psalm 7! This psalm, written by David, is a powerful cry for justice, a declaration of innocence, and a praise of God’s righteous judgment. Through vivid imagery and heartfelt words, David appeals to the Lord for protection from false accusers and expresses confidence that the wicked will face the consequences of their actions.

This quiz is designed to help you engage deeply with the text, test your understanding, and strengthen your memory of Scripture. Each question includes the correct answer and the full Bible verse (KJV) to help you grow in knowledge and application of God’s Word.

 

Instructions for Readers:

Read each True or False statement carefully.

Decide whether the statement accurately reflects what’s written in Psalm 7.

After each answer, the complete reference verse (KJV) is provided for verification and learning.

Ideal for individuals, Bible study groups, Sunday schools, and devotionals.

Challenge yourself: try answering without looking at your Bible first for bonus learning!

 

Bible Quiz - Psalm 7 (True / False)

 

Q1.

David wrote Psalm 7 as a song to the Lord concerning the words of Shimei, a Benjamite.

 False

Correct Answer: Concerning the words of Cush, a Benjamite.

Reference: Psalm 7: Title

“Shiggaion of David, which he sang unto the Lord, concerning the words of Cush the Benjamite.”

 

Q2.

David claimed he put his trust in the Lord and sought deliverance from those who persecuted him.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:1

“O Lord my God, in thee do I put my trust: save me from all them that persecute me, and deliver me:”

 

Q3.

David described the enemy as a bear who would tear his soul in pieces.

 False

Correct Answer: He described the enemy as a lion.

Reference: Psalm 7:2

“Lest he tear my soul like a lion, rending it in pieces, while there is none to deliver.”

 

Q4.

David was unwilling to be judged by God and instead asked to be judged by men.

 False

Correct Answer: David asked the Lord to judge him.

Reference: Psalm 7:8

“The Lord shall judge the people: judge me, O Lord, according to my righteousness, and according to mine integrity that is in me.”

 

Q5.

David acknowledged that if he had done wrong, he deserved punishment.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:3–5

“O Lord my God, if I have done this... Let the enemy persecute my soul... and lay mine honour in the dust.”

 

Q6.

God tries the hearts and reins of men, according to David in Psalm 7.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:9

“Oh let the wickedness of the wicked come to an end... for the righteous God trieth the hearts and reins.”

 

Q7.

According to Psalm 7, God is angry with the wicked once a year.

 False

Correct Answer: God is angry with the wicked every day.

Reference: Psalm 7:11

“God judgeth the righteous, and God is angry with the wicked every day.”

 

Q8.

The wicked are described as giving birth to righteousness and truth.

 False

Correct Answer: They give birth to mischief and falsehood.

Reference: Psalm 7:14

“Behold, he travaileth with iniquity, and hath conceived mischief, and brought forth falsehood.”

 

Q9.

Psalm 7 teaches that those who dig a pit for others may fall into it themselves.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:15

“He made a pit, and digged it, and is fallen into the ditch which he made.”

 

Q10.

The last verse of Psalm 7 ends with David cursing his enemies.

 False

Correct Answer: It ends with praise to the Lord.

Reference: Psalm 7:17

“I will praise the Lord according to his righteousness: and will sing praise to the name of the Lord most high.”

 

Q11.

Psalm 7 refers to God as a righteous judge who does not get angry.

 False

Correct Answer: God is a righteous judge, and He is angry with the wicked every day.

Reference: Psalm 7:11

“God judgeth the righteous, and God is angry with the wicked every day.”

 

Q12.

David mentions that if a man refuses to repent, God will sharpen His sword.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:12

“If he turn not, he will whet his sword; he hath bent his bow, and made it ready.”

 

Q13.

According to Psalm 7, God prepares fiery arrows as instruments of judgment.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:13

“He hath also prepared for him the instruments of death; he ordaineth his arrows against the persecutors.”

 

Q14.

Psalm 7 describes the wicked as giving birth to peace and reconciliation.

 False

Correct Answer: The wicked are said to conceive mischief and bring forth falsehood.

Reference: Psalm 7:14

“Behold, he travaileth with iniquity, and hath conceived mischief, and brought forth falsehood.”

 

Q15.

The imagery of digging a pit and falling into it refers to how the wicked face the consequences of their own evil.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:15

“He made a pit, and digged it, and is fallen into the ditch which he made.”

 

Q16.

David asks God to let his enemies escape judgment if he is found innocent.

 False

Correct Answer: David calls for justice and is willing to be judged if guilty.

Reference: Psalm 7:3–5

“O Lord my God, if I have done this... let the enemy persecute my soul... and lay mine honour in the dust.”

 

Q17.

David praises the Lord not only for deliverance but for His righteousness.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:17

“I will praise the Lord according to his righteousness: and will sing praise to the name of the Lord most high.”

 

Q18.

The phrase "Most High" is used by David to refer to God in the closing verse.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:17

“…and will sing praise to the name of the Lord most high.”

 

Q19.

David denies that God examines the inner thoughts of humans.

 False

Correct Answer: David says God tries the hearts and reins (inner self).

Reference: Psalm 7:9

“…for the righteous God trieth the hearts and reins.”

 

Q20.

Psalm 7 shows that God allows the wicked’s mischief to return upon themselves.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:16

“His mischief shall return upon his own head, and his violent dealing shall come down upon his own pate.”

 

Q21.

David asks God to judge him based on his faith alone.

 False

Correct Answer: David asks God to judge him according to his righteousness and integrity, not just faith.

Reference: Psalm 7:8

“The Lord shall judge the people: judge me, O Lord, according to my righteousness, and according to mine integrity that is in me.”

 

Q22.

David claims to have delivered his enemy even though he had done no wrong.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:4

“If I have rewarded evil unto him that was at peace with me; (yea, I have delivered him that without cause is mine enemy:)”

 

Q23.

David uses the word “Selah” after calling for judgment on himself if he’s guilty.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:5

“Let the enemy persecute my soul... and lay mine honour in the dust. Selah.”

 

Q24.

The term “Shiggaion” in the title of Psalm 7 refers to a musical expression.

True

Reference: Psalm 7: Title

“Shiggaion of David, which he sang unto the Lord, concerning the words of Cush the Benjamite.”

(Note: “Shiggaion” likely refers to a passionate or erratic musical style.)

 

Q25.

The Lord is described as returning to the judgment seat for the sake of the congregation.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:7

“So shall the congregation of the people compass thee about: for their sakes therefore return thou on high.”

 

Q26.

Psalm 7 compares the behavior of the wicked to that of someone digging a pit for others.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:15

“He made a pit, and digged it, and is fallen into the ditch which he made.”

 

Q27.

David rejoices in the downfall of the wicked more than in God’s righteousness.

 False

Correct Answer: David’s final verse is a declaration of praise to God's righteousness.

Reference: Psalm 7:17

“I will praise the Lord according to his righteousness: and will sing praise to the name of the Lord most high.”

 

Q28.

David believed God’s judgment was fair and deserved.

True

Reference: Psalm 7:11–12

“God judgeth the righteous… If he turn not, he will whet his sword…”

 

Q29.

David portrays himself as completely sinless throughout Psalm 7.

 False

Correct Answer: David defends his innocence in a specific situation, not complete sinlessness.

Reference: Psalm 7:3–5

“O Lord my God, if I have done this… let the enemy persecute my soul…”

 

Q30.

Psalm 7 ends with David silently reflecting on God’s justice.

 False

Correct Answer: Psalm 7 ends with David singing praise aloud to God.

Reference: Psalm 7:17

“I will praise the Lord… and will sing praise to the name of the Lord most high.”

 

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