Bible Quiz – Psalm 32 (True/False)

 

Bible Quiz – Psalm 32 (True/False) 

Psalm 32 is a powerful passage about forgiveness, confession, and the joy of being reconciled with God. This quiz will test your understanding of the chapter while encouraging reflection on the blessings of forgiveness.

 

Instructions

Read each statement carefully and decide whether it is True (T) or False (F). After you finish, check your answers in the Answer & Reference section to see how well you know this psalm.

 

Quiz Questions

 

1.        Psalm 32 begins by describing the blessedness of those whose sins are forgiven. (T/F)

 

2.        David says that unconfessed sins cause him physical and emotional distress. (T/F)

 

3.        The psalm mentions that God does not instruct or guide the righteous. (T/F)

 

4.        Blessed is the one to whom the Lord does not count iniquity. (T/F)

 

5.        David encourages everyone to remain silent about their sins. (T/F)

 

6.        The psalm compares the Lord’s guidance to a horse without reins. (T/F)

 

7.        The psalmist describes God as a hiding place in times of trouble. (T/F)

 

8.        Psalm 32 ends with the Lord encouraging His people to be honest and trust in Him. (T/F)

 

9.        The psalmist never speaks about joy or rejoicing in this chapter. (T/F)

 

10.  Forgiveness is portrayed in Psalm 32 as a relief from guilt and fear. (T/F)

 

Answer & Reference Section

 

1.        True – “Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered.” (Psalm 32:1)

 

2.        True – “When I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my groaning all day long.” (Psalm 32:3)

 

3.        False – The psalm emphasizes God’s guidance: “You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance.” (Psalm 32:7)

 

4.        True – “Blessed is the one whose sin the Lord does not count against them.” (Psalm 32:2)

 

5.        False – David encourages confession: “I acknowledged my sin to you, and I did not cover up my iniquity.” (Psalm 32:5)

 

6.        False – The psalm uses the metaphor of teaching and guidance, not a horse: “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.” (Psalm 32:8)

 

7.        True – “You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance.” (Psalm 32:7)

 

8.        True – “Be glad in the Lord and rejoice, you righteous; and shout for joy, all you upright in heart.” (Psalm 32:11)

 

9.        False – The psalm mentions rejoicing: see Psalm 32:11.

 

10.  True – The psalm shows that confession and forgiveness bring relief from guilt and distress (Psalm 32:1–5).

 

Psalm 32 reminds us that God’s forgiveness is a source of true blessing and inner peace. Take a moment today to reflect on your own life: is there anything you need to confess or release to God? Share this quiz with friends and see if they know the joy of forgiveness as well!

 

Advanced “Trick the Scholar” Round – Psalm 32 (True/False)

Psalm 32 isn’t just about forgiveness; it’s filled with subtle details, contrasts, and metaphors. This advanced round is designed to “trick the scholar” – even seasoned readers may stumble if they don’t pay close attention!

 

Instructions

Each statement is carefully crafted to test your detailed knowledge of Psalm 32. Decide if each statement is True (T) or False (F). Check your answers and references at the end.

 

Quiz Questions

 

1.        The psalm begins by calling the one whose sin is forgiven “happy” rather than “blessed.” (T/F)

 

2.        David describes his silence about sin as causing his bones to waste away. (T/F)

 

3.        Confession to God is optional; the psalm says you can keep sin hidden and still be forgiven. (T/F)

 

4.        The Lord promises to instruct and teach, placing His loving eye on the sinner. (T/F)

 

5.        The psalm compares the sinner’s life to a horse without a bridle. (T/F)

 

6.        Psalm 32 mentions the joy of the upright at the end of the chapter. (T/F)

 

7.        The psalmist explicitly says God never forgives the guilty. (T/F)

 

8.        The psalm includes a metaphor of being surrounded with songs of deliverance. (T/F)

 

9.        David emphasizes that all troubles come only from God, not from personal sin. (T/F)

 

10.  Forgiveness in Psalm 32 brings relief from both guilt and fear. (T/F)

 

Answer & Reference Section

 

1.        False – The psalm begins: “Blessed is the one whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered.” (Psalm 32:1)

 

2.        True – “When I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my groaning all day long.” (Psalm 32:3)

 

3.        False – Confession is necessary: “I acknowledged my sin to you, and I did not cover my iniquity.” (Psalm 32:5)

 

4.        True – “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.” (Psalm 32:8)

 

5.        False – No such horse metaphor exists in Psalm 32; guidance is described through instruction.

 

6.        True – “Be glad in the Lord and rejoice, you righteous; and shout for joy, all you upright in heart.” (Psalm 32:11)

 

7.        False – Psalm 32 highlights God’s forgiveness: “Blessed is the one whose sin the Lord does not count against them.” (Psalm 32:2)

 

8.        True – “You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance.” (Psalm 32:7)

 

9.        False – The psalm links personal sin to distress: “When I kept silent, my bones wasted away…” (Psalm 32:3)

 

10.  True – Forgiveness brings relief from guilt and distress, showing peace and restored joy (Psalm 32:1–5).

 

Psalm 32 reveals the deep relief and joy of forgiveness, but only when we face our sins honestly. Challenge yourself to memorize the key verses and test friends with this advanced round. Who in your Bible study group will survive this “Trick the Scholar” challenge?