Bible Quiz – Psalm 34 (Subjective Questions)

 

📖 Bible Quiz – Psalm 34 (Subjective Questions) 

Psalm 34 is a beautiful song of praise written by David after the Lord delivered him from danger. It is a psalm of gratitude, testimony, and instruction — inviting us not only to praise God, but to trust Him deeply in every circumstance.

This quiz will help you reflect carefully on the meaning, themes, and spiritual lessons of Psalm 34. Take your time. Think deeply. Let the Word speak to you.

 

✍️ Instructions

Read each question carefully.

Answer in your own words.

Support your answer with the verse reference provided in the Answers section.

This is a subjective reflection quiz, so focus on understanding, not just recalling facts.

 

🔎 Quiz Questions

 

1.        What commitment does the psalmist make about praising the Lord, and what does this teach about consistency in worship?

 

2.        How does the psalmist describe the effect of seeking the Lord during times of fear?

 

3.        What invitation is given in verse 8, and what does it mean to “taste and see” that the Lord is good?

 

4.        According to Psalm 34, who lacks nothing, and what condition is attached to that promise?

 

5.        What contrast is made between the young lions and those who seek the Lord?

 

6.        What instructions are given for living a long and good life?

 

7.        How does the Lord respond to the righteous when they cry out?

 

8.        What does the psalm say about God’s closeness to those who are brokenhearted?

 

9.        What promise is given concerning the afflictions of the righteous?

 

10.  How does Psalm 34 describe the ultimate fate of evil?

 

Answers with Complete Reference Verses

 

1. Commitment to Praise

The psalmist commits to constant praise — not only occasionally, but continually. This teaches faithful, ongoing worship regardless of circumstances.

Psalm 34:1 – “I will bless the LORD at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth.”

 

2. Deliverance from Fear

Seeking the Lord results in deliverance from fear. God replaces fear with freedom and confidence.

Psalm 34:4 – “I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.”

 

3. Invitation to Experience God

The invitation is to personally experience God’s goodness. “Taste and see” means to encounter and trust Him firsthand.

Psalm 34:8 – “O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.”

 

4. Who Lacks Nothing?

Those who fear the Lord lack nothing good. The condition attached is reverent trust and obedience.

Psalm 34:9 – “O fear the LORD, ye his saints: for there is no want to them that fear him.”

 

5. Young Lions vs. Seekers of the Lord

Even strong young lions may hunger, but those who seek the Lord lack no good thing. True provision comes from God, not strength.

Psalm 34:10 – “The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the LORD shall not want any good thing.”

 

6. Instructions for a Good Life

Control your speech, avoid evil, do good, seek peace, and pursue it.

Psalm 34:12–14 –

“What man is he that desireth life, and loveth many days, that he may see good?

Keep thy tongue from evil, and thy lips from speaking guile.

Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it.”

 

7. God’s Response to the Righteous

The Lord hears and delivers them from troubles.

Psalm 34:17 – “The righteous cry, and the LORD heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.”

 

8. God’s Nearness to the Brokenhearted

God is especially near to the brokenhearted and those crushed in spirit.

Psalm 34:18 – “The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”

 

9. Promise in Affliction

The righteous may face many afflictions, but the Lord delivers them from them all.

Psalm 34:19 – “Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.”

 

10. Fate of Evil

Evil will ultimately destroy the wicked, and those who hate the righteous will be held accountable.

Psalm 34:21 – “Evil shall slay the wicked: and they that hate the righteous shall be desolate.”

 

Psalm 34 reminds us that praise is powerful, trust is rewarding, and God is near — especially when hearts are hurting. It is both a testimony and a teaching psalm, inviting us into a life of reverent joy.

If this quiz encouraged you:

Share it with your Bible study group.

Reflect on one verse today and apply it intentionally.

Try writing your own short prayer based on Psalm 34.

 

📖 Bible Quiz – Psalm 34

🔥 Advanced “Trick the Scholar” Round

(Subjective • Deep Reflection • Careful Reading Required)

Psalm 34, written by David, is both a testimony of deliverance and a wisdom teaching psalm. This advanced round is designed to challenge careful readers. Some questions require comparing verses, noticing contrasts, or identifying theological depth.

Slow down. Read closely. Think deeply.

 

✍️ Instructions

Answer thoughtfully in your own words.

Look for contrasts, repeated ideas, and cause–effect relationships.

Some questions require connecting multiple verses.

Answers and complete reference verses follow after the quiz section.

 

🔎 Advanced Questions

 

1.        Psalm 34 alternates between praise and instruction. Identify one verse of praise and one verse of instruction, and explain how they work together.

 

2.        In verses 4–7, how does David describe a progression from personal testimony to communal encouragement?

 

3.        Verse 5 speaks of faces not being ashamed. What spiritual principle does this reflect about trust and public confidence?

 

4.        Psalm 34:8 is an invitation. How does this verse shift the psalm from testimony to personal participation?

 

5.        Compare verses 15 and 16. What deliberate contrast is made about the Lord’s attention?

 

6.        The phrase “fear the LORD” appears in the psalm. How does Psalm 34 define what fearing the Lord practically looks like?

 

7.        Verse 18 mentions the broken heart and contrite spirit. How does this refine our understanding of who the “righteous” are in this psalm?

 

8.        Psalm 34:19 may appear contradictory at first glance. What tension does it create, and how is it resolved within the same verse?

 

9.        What does verse 20 foreshadow prophetically, and why is it significant in biblical theology?

 

10.  How does the final verse (v.22) summarize the entire message of Psalm 34?

 

Answers with Complete Reference Verses

 

1. Praise and Instruction Working Together

Praise example:

Psalm 34:1 – “I will bless the LORD at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth.”

Instruction example:

Psalm 34:13 – “Keep thy tongue from evil, and thy lips from speaking guile.”

The psalm teaches that true praise must be matched by righteous living.

 

2. From Personal to Communal

David begins personally:

Psalm 34:4 – “I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.”

Then expands outward:

Psalm 34:5 – “They looked unto him, and were lightened: and their faces were not ashamed.”

And then communal witness:

Psalm 34:7 – “The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them.”

His testimony becomes an invitation for others.

 

3. Faces Not Ashamed

Psalm 34:5 – “They looked unto him, and were lightened: and their faces were not ashamed.”

Trust in God removes disgrace and gives visible confidence. Faith transforms countenance.

 

4. From Hearing to Experiencing

Psalm 34:8 – “O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.”

David moves from telling about God to inviting personal experience of Him.

 

5. Divine Attention: Righteous vs. Wicked

Psalm 34:15 – “The eyes of the LORD are upon the righteous, and his ears are open unto their cry.”

Psalm 34:16 – “The face of the LORD is against them that do evil, to cut off the remembrance of them from the earth.”

God’s attentive favor contrasts with His judicial opposition.

 

6. What “Fear the LORD” Looks Like

Psalm 34:11–14 –

“Come, ye children, hearken unto me: I will teach you the fear of the LORD.

Keep thy tongue from evil… Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it.”

Fearing the Lord means ethical speech, moral action, and active pursuit of peace.

 

7. Who Are the Righteous?

Psalm 34:18 – “The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”

Righteousness includes humility and repentance — not prideful perfection.

 

8. The Tension of Affliction

Psalm 34:19 – “Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.”

Righteous people still suffer. Deliverance is promised — not exemption from hardship.

 

9. Prophetic Foreshadowing

Psalm 34:20 – “He keepeth all his bones: not one of them is broken.”

This verse is prophetically connected to Jesus Christ and His crucifixion, where none of His bones were broken (John 19:36). It deepens the psalm’s messianic significance.

 

10. The Grand Summary

Psalm 34:22 – “The LORD redeemeth the soul of his servants: and none of them that trust in him shall be desolate.”

The psalm concludes with redemption, protection, and assurance for those who trust God.

 

Psalm 34 moves from testimony to theology, from praise to practice, from suffering to redemption. It challenges scholars and believers alike:

Will you merely study it — or live it?

Share this advanced round with a serious Bible student.

Memorize one “difficult” verse and meditate on it this week.

Try writing a short reflection connecting Psalm 34 to a New Testament passage.

 

🕵️ Cross-Reference Trap Round

(Subjective • Discernment Challenge • Careful Comparison Required)

Psalm 34, written by David, contains themes that echo throughout the Book of Psalms. But here’s the challenge: can you distinguish what Psalm 34 actually says from what sounds similar elsewhere?

This round mixes true Psalm 34 themes with closely related verses from other psalms. Read slowly. Verify carefully.

 

✍️ Instructions

For each statement, determine whether it is directly from Psalm 34 or from another Psalm.

If it is not from Psalm 34, identify which Psalm it belongs to (if you can).

Answers and complete reference verses follow after the quiz section.

No guessing — check the text!

 

🔎 Cross-Reference Trap Questions

 

1.        “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.”

Is this Psalm 34?

 

2.        “O taste and see that the LORD is good.”

Is this Psalm 34?

 

3.        “The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?”

Is this Psalm 34?

 

4.        “Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.”

Is this Psalm 34?

 

5.        “The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart.”

Is this Psalm 34?

 

6.        “The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him.”

Is this Psalm 34?

 

7.        “Create in me a clean heart, O God.”

Is this Psalm 34?

 

8.        “Keep thy tongue from evil, and thy lips from speaking guile.”

Is this Psalm 34?

 

9.        “They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.”

Is this Psalm 34?

 

10.  “The LORD redeemeth the soul of his servants.”

Is this Psalm 34?

 

Answers with Complete Reference Verses

 

1. ❌ Not Psalm 34

Psalm 23:1 – “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.”

A beloved psalm, but not Psalm 34.

 

2. ✅ Psalm 34

Psalm 34:8 – “O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.”

 

3. ❌ Not Psalm 34

Psalm 27:1 – “The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”

 

4. ✅ Psalm 34

Psalm 34:19 – “Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.”

 

5. ❌ Not Psalm 34

Psalm 51:17 – “The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.”

Though Psalm 34 speaks of a contrite spirit (34:18), this exact verse belongs to Psalm 51.

 

6. ✅ Psalm 34

Psalm 34:7 – “The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them.”

 

7. ❌ Not Psalm 34

Psalm 51:10 – “Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.”

 

8. ✅ Psalm 34

Psalm 34:13 – “Keep thy tongue from evil, and thy lips from speaking guile.”

 

9. ❌ Not Psalm 34

Psalm 126:5 – “They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.”

 

10. ✅ Psalm 34

Psalm 34:22 – “The LORD redeemeth the soul of his servants: and none of them that trust in him shall be desolate.”

 

Notice how easily familiar verses blend together. Psalm 34 shares themes with Psalm 23, Psalm 27, and Psalm 51 — but each psalm has its own voice and emphasis.

Careful reading honors the text.

Try this round with a friend and compare answers.

Read Psalm 34 aloud slowly and underline repeated words.

Challenge yourself: Can you outline Psalm 34 from memory?