Bible Quiz – Psalm 73 (Multiple Choice Questions) with Answers and the Complete Reference Verse.

 

Bible Quiz – Psalm 73 (Multiple Choice Questions) with Answers and the Complete Reference Verse. 

Psalm 73 is a deeply honest and reflective psalm written by Asaph. It explores a powerful question many believers face: Why do the wicked seem to prosper while the righteous struggle? This psalm takes us on a journey from doubt to clarity, from confusion to renewed faith in God’s justice and presence.

This quiz will help you test your understanding of Psalm 73 while encouraging deeper reflection on its timeless message.

 

Instructions

Each question has four options. Choose the correct one.

Try to answer before checking the answers section.

After the quiz, review the answers along with the complete reference verses for better understanding.

 

Quiz Questions

 

1. Who is the author of Psalm 73?

A. David

B. Solomon

C. Asaph

D. Moses

 

2. How does Psalm 73 begin?

A. God is angry with the wicked

B. Truly God is good to Israel

C. The Lord reigns forever

D. Praise the Lord, O my soul

 

3. What nearly caused the psalmist to stumble?

A. Fear of enemies

B. Lack of wealth

C. Envy of the wicked

D. Illness

 

4. How are the wicked described in terms of trouble?

A. Constantly suffering

B. Free from common burdens

C. Always punished

D. Living in fear

 

5. What is said about the pride of the wicked?

A. It humbles them

B. It is their downfall

C. It serves them as a necklace

D. It leads them to repentance

 

6. What do the wicked say about God?

A. God is merciful

B. God is just

C. How does God know?

D. God is holy

 

7. What question troubles the psalmist about his own righteousness?

A. Why he is poor

B. Why he has no friends

C. Whether he has kept his heart pure in vain

D. Why he cannot sing

 

8. When did the psalmist begin to understand the fate of the wicked?

A. While praying at home

B. After speaking with friends

C. When he entered the sanctuary of God

D. During a dream

 

9. How is the end of the wicked ultimately described?

A. They prosper forever

B. They are set in slippery places

C. They are honored by all

D. They become righteous

 

10. What does the psalmist realize about his earlier attitude?

A. It was wise

B. It was foolish and ignorant

C. It was justified

D. It was inspired

 

11. What does the psalmist say God does with his right hand?

A. Punishes him

B. Ignores him

C. Holds and guides him

D. Tests him constantly

 

12. What is the psalmist’s ultimate conclusion about God?

A. God is distant

B. God is unjust

C. God is his strength and portion forever

D. God favors only the rich

 

Answers with Complete Reference Verses

 

1. C. Asaph

“A Psalm of Asaph. Truly God is good to Israel, even to such as are of a clean heart.” — Psalm 73:1

 

2. B. Truly God is good to Israel

“Truly God is good to Israel, even to such as are of a clean heart.” — Psalm 73:1

 

3. C. Envy of the wicked

“But as for me, my feet were almost gone; my steps had well nigh slipped. For I was envious at the foolish, when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.” — Psalm 73:2–3

 

4. B. Free from common burdens

“For there are no bands in their death: but their strength is firm. They are not in trouble as other men; neither are they plagued like other men.” — Psalm 73:4–5

 

5. C. It serves them as a necklace

“Therefore pride compasseth them about as a chain; violence covereth them as a garment.” — Psalm 73:6

 

6. C. How does God know?

“And they say, How doth God know? and is there knowledge in the most High?” — Psalm 73:11

 

7. C. Whether he has kept his heart pure in vain

“Verily I have cleansed my heart in vain, and washed my hands in innocency.” — Psalm 73:13

 

8. C. When he entered the sanctuary of God

“Until I went into the sanctuary of God; then understood I their end.” — Psalm 73:17

 

9. B. They are set in slippery places

“Surely thou didst set them in slippery places: thou castedst them down into destruction.” — Psalm 73:18

 

10. B. It was foolish and ignorant

“So foolish was I, and ignorant: I was as a beast before thee.” — Psalm 73:22

 

11. C. Holds and guides him

“Nevertheless I am continually with thee: thou hast holden me by my right hand.” — Psalm 73:23

 

12. C. God is his strength and portion forever

“My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.” — Psalm 73:26

 

Did this quiz challenge or encourage you? Take a moment to re-read Psalm 73 and reflect on its message in your own life. Share this quiz with friends, family, or your study group—and see who else can uncover the powerful truths in this psalm!

 

Bible Quiz – Psalm 73 (Harder Round)

Multiple Choice Questions (With Answers & Complete Reference Verses)

 

Psalm 73, written by Asaph, takes us beyond surface-level faith into the inner struggle of the heart. This harder round is designed to test deeper observation and understanding of the psalm’s language, imagery, and spiritual turning point.

 

Instructions

Each question has four options—choose the most accurate one.

These questions are more detailed, so read carefully.

Check the answers and verses only after completing the quiz.

 

Quiz Questions

 

1. What specific phrase describes the psalmist’s instability before his realization?

A. My heart was divided

B. My feet had almost slipped

C. My path was uncertain

D. My faith had weakened

 

2. How is the physical condition of the wicked described in Psalm 73:4?

A. Weak and frail

B. Full of disease

C. Strong and free from struggle

D. Near death

 

3. What metaphor is used to describe how pride surrounds the wicked?

A. A crown

B. A robe

C. A chain

D. A shield

 

4. What is said about the eyes of the wicked?

A. They are blind

B. They shine with wisdom

C. They stand out with fatness

D. They are full of tears

 

5. What do the wicked set their mouth against?

A. The earth

B. The poor

C. The heavens

D. The law

 

6. What does the psalmist say flows from the tongue of the wicked?

A. Blessings

B. Lies

C. Violence

D. Pride

 

7. What expression describes the abundance enjoyed by the wicked?

A. Overflowing riches

B. More than heart could wish

C. Endless treasures

D. Rich beyond measure

 

8. What does the psalmist say happens to God’s people in response to the wicked?

A. They rejoice

B. They turn back to them

C. They ignore them

D. They fight them

 

9. How does the psalmist describe his daily experience before his realization?

A. Joyful and peaceful

B. Plagued and chastened every morning

C. Full of hope

D. Blessed with abundance

 

10. What concern stops the psalmist from speaking openly about his doubts?

A. Fear of punishment

B. Shame before enemies

C. Betraying the generation of God’s children

D. Losing his position

 

11. How does the psalmist describe the fate of the wicked when God awakens?

A. They are forgiven

B. Their image is despised like a dream

C. They are hidden

D. They are restored

 

12. What word does the psalmist use to describe his heart when he was grieved?

A. Broken

B. Bitter

C. Hardened

D. Fearful

 

Answers with Complete Reference Verses

 

1. B. My feet had almost slipped

“But as for me, my feet were almost gone; my steps had well nigh slipped.” — Psalm 73:2

 

2. C. Strong and free from struggle

“For there are no bands in their death: but their strength is firm.” — Psalm 73:4

 

3. C. A chain

“Therefore pride compasseth them about as a chain; violence covereth them as a garment.” — Psalm 73:6

 

4. C. They stand out with fatness

“Their eyes stand out with fatness: they have more than heart could wish.” — Psalm 73:7

 

5. C. The heavens

“They set their mouth against the heavens, and their tongue walketh through the earth.” — Psalm 73:9

 

6. D. Pride

“Therefore pride compasseth them about as a chain; violence covereth them as a garment.” — Psalm 73:6

 

7. B. More than heart could wish

“Their eyes stand out with fatness: they have more than heart could wish.” — Psalm 73:7

 

8. B. They turn back to them

“Therefore his people return hither: and waters of a full cup are wrung out to them.” — Psalm 73:10

 

9. B. Plagued and chastened every morning

“For all the day long have I been plagued, and chastened every morning.” — Psalm 73:14

 

10. C. Betraying the generation of God’s children

“If I say, I will speak thus; behold, I should offend against the generation of thy children.” — Psalm 73:15

 

11. B. Their image is despised like a dream

“As a dream when one awaketh; so, O Lord, when thou awakest, thou shalt despise their image.” — Psalm 73:20

 

12. B. Bitter

“Thus my heart was grieved, and I was pricked in my reins.” — Psalm 73:21

 

If this round made you think a little deeper, you’re on the right track. Go back and read Psalm 73 slowly, noticing the shift in perspective. Share this harder round with someone who enjoys digging into Scripture—and see how their understanding compares!

 

Bible Quiz – Psalm 73 (Hardest Round)

Multiple Choice Questions (With Answers & Complete Reference Verses)

 

Psalm 73 by Asaph is not just a reflection—it’s a spiritual turning point. This hardest round is designed to test close reading, subtle details, and theological insight. Expect questions that focus on precise wording, deeper meaning, and lesser-noticed phrases within the psalm.

 

Instructions

Choose the most precise and textually accurate answer.

Pay attention to exact wording and sequence of thought.

Attempt all questions before checking the answers section.

 

Quiz Questions

 

1. What exact phrase does the psalmist use to describe those he envied?

A. The wicked

B. The arrogant

C. The foolish

D. The unjust

 

2. What detail is given about the wicked regarding death?

A. They fear it greatly

B. They suffer long before it

C. There are no bands in their death

D. They die suddenly

 

3. What garment is associated with the wicked alongside pride?

A. Silk

B. Darkness

C. Violence

D. Honor

 

4. What dual imagery is used to describe the speech of the wicked in verse 9?

A. Fire and sword

B. Heavens and earth

C. Sea and storm

D. Light and darkness

 

5. What unusual phrase describes the reaction of people to the wicked in verse 10?

A. Drink deeply of sorrow

B. Waters of a full cup are wrung out to them

C. They gather in crowds

D. They cry aloud

 

6. What internal struggle does the psalmist describe when trying to understand the prosperity of the wicked?

A. It brought him peace

B. It confused his mind

C. It was too painful for him

D. It strengthened his faith

 

7. What does the psalmist say happens “in a moment” to the wicked?

A. They repent

B. They rise to power

C. They are utterly consumed with terrors

D. They are forgiven

 

8. What comparison is used to describe how God views the wicked after judgment?

A. Like dust in the wind

B. Like chaff before fire

C. Like a dream when one awaketh

D. Like a fading flower

 

9. Which phrase shows the psalmist’s realization of his ignorance?

A. I was blind and lost

B. I knew nothing

C. I was as a beast before thee

D. I walked in darkness

 

10. What continuous action describes God’s relationship with the psalmist after his realization?

A. Teaching him daily

B. Watching over him

C. Holding him by his right hand

D. Speaking to him in dreams

 

11. What future hope does the psalmist express regarding guidance?

A. God will protect him from enemies

B. God will guide him with counsel and receive him to glory

C. God will give him riches

D. God will grant him long life

 

12. What contrast does the psalmist make about those far from God?

A. They are blessed

B. They will perish

C. They will return

D. They will be tested

 

Answers with Complete Reference Verses

 

1. C. The foolish

“For I was envious at the foolish, when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.” — Psalm 73:3

 

2. C. There are no bands in their death

“For there are no bands in their death: but their strength is firm.” — Psalm 73:4

 

3. C. Violence

“Therefore pride compasseth them about as a chain; violence covereth them as a garment.” — Psalm 73:6

 

4. B. Heavens and earth

“They set their mouth against the heavens, and their tongue walketh through the earth.” — Psalm 73:9

 

5. B. Waters of a full cup are wrung out to them

“Therefore his people return hither: and waters of a full cup are wrung out to them.” — Psalm 73:10

 

6. C. It was too painful for him

“When I thought to know this, it was too painful for me.” — Psalm 73:16

 

7. C. They are utterly consumed with terrors

“How are they brought into desolation, as in a moment! they are utterly consumed with terrors.” — Psalm 73:19

 

8. C. Like a dream when one awaketh

“As a dream when one awaketh; so, O Lord, when thou awakest, thou shalt despise their image.” — Psalm 73:20

 

9. C. I was as a beast before thee

“So foolish was I, and ignorant: I was as a beast before thee.” — Psalm 73:22

 

10. C. Holding him by his right hand

“Nevertheless I am continually with thee: thou hast holden me by my right hand.” — Psalm 73:23

 

11. B. God will guide him with counsel and receive him to glory

“Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterward receive me to glory.” — Psalm 73:24

 

12. B. They will perish

“For, lo, they that are far from thee shall perish: thou hast destroyed all them that go a whoring from thee.” — Psalm 73:27

 

You’ve just tackled the hardest level—well done. Now take a quiet moment to read Psalm 73 again, noticing how the psalm moves from doubt to deep trust. If this challenged you, share it with a Bible study partner or group and see how others engage with these powerful truths.