Bible Quiz: Psalm 24 (EXTREME “Trick the Scholar” Round

Bible Quiz: Psalm 24 (EXTREME “Trick the Scholar” Round – True/False)

Think you know Psalm 24 inside out? This round is for the Bible scholars who love a challenge! Each statement is designed to trick you: some are almost true but hide subtle errors, others cross-reference other passages. Only careful reading and reflection will reveal the correct answers.

Instructions:

Read each statement extremely carefully—watch for slight misquotes or twists.

Decide if it is True (T) or False (F).

Take your time—these are not easy! Check your Bible if needed, and reflect on the deeper meaning.

Quiz Questions – True/False (Extreme / Trick the Scholar)

1. Psalm 24:1 declares that “The earth is the Lord’s, and all the fullness thereof,” but it does not include humans explicitly.

2. Psalm 24 equates “clean hands” with ritual purity alone, ignoring the heart’s condition.

3. The “King of Glory” mentioned in Psalm 24 is referenced only once in the entire chapter.

4. Psalm 24:2 explicitly says God established the earth on dry land, not the waters.

5. The rhetorical question “Who may ascend the hill of the Lord?” is answered with a focus on moral purity, not on ceremonial qualifications.

6. Psalm 24 implies that only priests may lift up their heads to welcome the King of Glory.

7. The repeated call for gates to lift up in Psalm 24:7-9 refers both to temple gates and to individual hearts metaphorically.

8. Psalm 24 emphasizes God’s power in battle more than His holiness.

9. Trusting in idols is listed in Psalm 24:4 as a disqualifier for standing in God’s holy place.

10. Psalm 24 concludes with the phrase “The Lord mighty in battle, the Lord King of Glory,” combining verses 8 and 10 into one statement.

Answers, References & Explanations

1. False – Psalm 24:1: “The earth is the Lord’s, and all that is in it, the world, and those who dwell in it.”

Explanation: Humans are explicitly included in “those who dwell in it.” Trick: statement left them out.

2. False – Psalm 24:4: “…clean hands and a pure heart.”

Explanation: Both external actions and internal purity matter; ritual alone is insufficient.

3. False – Psalm 24:8, 10: The phrase “King of Glory” appears twice, emphasizing God’s majesty and power.

4. False – Psalm 24:2: God founded the earth on the seas and established it on the waters. Trick: statement inverted the detail.

5. True – Psalm 24:3-4: The answer focuses on moral and spiritual purity, not ceremonial qualification.

6. False – Psalm 24 does not limit the gates-lifting to priests; it addresses all who would welcome God.

7. False – The Psalm’s gate imagery primarily refers to the literal temple gates (Psalm 24:7-9). Metaphorical interpretation of hearts is extra-biblical, not explicitly stated.

8. False – While God’s might is mentioned, the emphasis of Psalm 24 is on holiness, purity, and integrity.

9. True – Psalm 24:4: “…who does not trust in an idol or swear by a false god.”

10. False – Psalm 24:8 says: “The Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle.” Psalm 24:10 says: “Who is this King of Glory? The Lord Almighty—he is the King of Glory.”

Explanation: The statement combines two verses incorrectly; the chapter does not merge them into a single phrase.

Only the careful and attentive can survive this round! Reflect on every word of Psalm 24 and see if you really know the King of Glory. Share this extreme challenge with friends or your Bible study group—see who is the true scholar among you!