Bible Quiz – The ninth commandment: “Do not let thyself lust after thy neighbor’s wife!” (Subjective Questions) With Answers and the Complete Reference Verse.

 

Bible Quiz – The ninth commandment: “Do not let thyself lust after thy neighbor’s wife!” (Subjective Questions) With Answers and the Complete Reference Verse. 

The Ninth Commandment in this quiz focuses on guarding the heart against sinful desires and honoring purity, faithfulness, and contentment. God’s commandments do not only address outward actions but also inner thoughts and attitudes. This Bible quiz will help readers reflect on biblical teachings about coveting, purity, self-control, and loving others rightly.

Challenge yourself and deepen your understanding of Scripture.

 

Instructions

Read each question carefully.

Try answering before checking the answers section.

Write your responses if using this for personal study, Bible groups, or family devotion time.

After completing the quiz, compare your answers with the references provided.

 

Quiz Questions

 

1. What command did God give concerning a neighbor’s wife?

 

2. In which book of the Bible is this commandment found?

 

3. Besides a neighbor’s wife, what other possessions are believers instructed not to covet?

 

4. What does the word “covet” mean in a biblical sense?

 

5. Why does God warn people against sinful desires?

 

6. What did Jesus teach about lust in the heart?

 

7. According to Scripture, where do sinful desires begin?

 

8. What fruit of the Spirit helps believers exercise self-control?

 

9. How can believers guard their hearts against sinful thoughts?

 

10.    Why is contentment important in overcoming covetousness?

 

Answers with Complete Reference Verses

 

1. What command did God give concerning a neighbor’s wife?

Answer: God commanded people not to covet or desire their neighbor’s wife.

Reference Verse:

Exodus 20:17 (KJV)

“Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy neighbour's.”

 

2. In which book of the Bible is this commandment found?

Answer: It is found in Exodus and repeated in Deuteronomy.

Reference Verse:

Deuteronomy 5:21 (KJV)

“Neither shalt thou desire thy neighbour's wife, neither shalt thou covet thy neighbour's house, his field, or his manservant, or his maidservant, his ox, or his ass, or any thing that is thy neighbour's.”

 

3. Besides a neighbor’s wife, what other possessions are believers instructed not to covet?

Answer: House, servants, animals, land, and anything belonging to another person.

Reference Verse:

Exodus 20:17 (KJV)

“Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy neighbour's.”

 

4. What does the word “covet” mean in a biblical sense?

Answer: Coveting means desiring something that belongs to someone else in a wrong or sinful way.

Reference Verse:

Luke 12:15 (KJV)

“And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.”

 

5. Why does God warn people against sinful desires?

Answer: Sinful desires can lead people into temptation and wrongdoing.

Reference Verse:

James 1:14–15 (KJV)

“But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.

Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.”

 

6. What did Jesus teach about lust in the heart?

Answer: Jesus taught that sinful desire in the heart is serious before God.

Reference Verse:

Matthew 5:28 (KJV)

“But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.”

 

7. According to Scripture, where do sinful desires begin?

Answer: Sinful desires begin in the heart.

Reference Verse:

Mark 7:21–23 (KJV)

“For from within, out of the heart of men, proceed evil thoughts, adulteries, fornications, murders,

Thefts, covetousness, wickedness, deceit, lasciviousness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness:

All these evil things come from within, and defile the man.”

 

8. What fruit of the Spirit helps believers exercise self-control?

Answer: Self-control is part of the fruit of the Spirit.

Reference Verse:

Galatians 5:22–23 (KJV)

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,

Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.”

 

9. How can believers guard their hearts against sinful thoughts?

Answer: By filling their minds with godly things and remaining faithful to God.

Reference Verse:

Philippians 4:8 (KJV)

“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.”

 

10. Why is contentment important in overcoming covetousness?

Answer: Contentment helps believers trust God and avoid sinful desires.

Reference Verse:

Hebrews 13:5 (KJV)

“Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.”

 

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Bible Quiz – The Ninth Commandment: “Do Not Let Thyself Lust After Thy Neighbor’s Wife!” (Level 2)

Subjective Questions with Answers and Complete Reference Verses

 

God’s commandments teach believers to honor Him not only through actions but also through thoughts and desires. The command against coveting reminds people to practice purity, faithfulness, gratitude, and self-control. This Level 2 Bible quiz goes deeper into biblical teachings connected to coveting, temptation, and living with a heart that pleases God.

Test your Bible knowledge and grow deeper in understanding God’s Word.

 

Instructions

Read each question carefully.

Answer each question before checking the answers section.

Use your Bible if needed.

Review the complete reference verses after finishing the quiz.

Challenge friends, family members, or Bible study groups.

 

Quiz Questions

 

1. Which commandment warns against desiring what belongs to another person?

 

2. What warning did Paul give about covetousness?

 

3. According to Scripture, what should believers set their minds on instead of earthly desires?

 

4. What did Jesus say people cannot serve alongside God?

 

5. Which Bible verse teaches believers to flee youthful lusts?

 

6. What should believers do to avoid being conformed to worldly patterns?

 

7. According to Proverbs, why should believers guard their hearts?

 

8. What did Job say he made with his eyes to avoid impurity?

 

9. What does Scripture say greed can become?

 

10.    What should believers pursue instead of sinful desires?

 

Answers with Complete Reference Verses

 

1. Which commandment warns against desiring what belongs to another person?

Answer: The commandment against coveting.

Reference Verse:

Exodus 20:17 (KJV)

“Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy neighbour's.”

 

2. What warning did Paul give about covetousness?

Answer: Covetousness should not control believers’ lives.

Reference Verse:

Colossians 3:5 (KJV)

“Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry.”

 

3. According to Scripture, what should believers set their minds on instead of earthly desires?

Answer: Believers should focus on things above.

Reference Verse:

Colossians 3:2 (KJV)

“Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.”

 

4. What did Jesus say people cannot serve alongside God?

Answer: People cannot serve both God and money.

Reference Verse:

Matthew 6:24 (KJV)

“No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.”

 

5. Which Bible verse teaches believers to flee youthful lusts?

Answer: Paul instructed believers to flee youthful lusts.

Reference Verse:

2 Timothy 2:22 (KJV)

“Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart.”

 

6. What should believers do to avoid being conformed to worldly patterns?

Answer: Renew their minds.

Reference Verse:

Romans 12:2 (KJV)

“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.”

 

7. According to Proverbs, why should believers guard their hearts?

Answer: Because life’s direction flows from the heart.

Reference Verse:

Proverbs 4:23 (KJV)

“Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.”

 

8. What did Job say he made with his eyes to avoid impurity?

Answer: Job made a covenant with his eyes.

Reference Verse:

Job 31:1 (KJV)

“I made a covenant with mine eyes; why then should I think upon a maid?”

 

9. What does Scripture say greed can become?

Answer: Greed can become idolatry.

Reference Verse:

Ephesians 5:5 (KJV)

“For this ye know, that no whoremonger, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an idolater, hath any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God.”

 

10. What should believers pursue instead of sinful desires?

Answer: Righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, and meekness.

Reference Verse:

1 Timothy 6:11 (KJV)

“But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness.”

 

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Bible Quiz – The Ninth Commandment: “Do Not Let Thyself Lust After Thy Neighbor’s Wife!” (Level 3)

Subjective Questions with Answers and Complete Reference Verses

 

God’s commandments reveal His desire for people to live with holiness, integrity, and love toward others. The command against coveting teaches believers to guard their hearts, resist sinful desires, and find contentment in God’s provision. This Level 3 Bible quiz explores deeper biblical principles related to coveting, purity, temptation, self-control, and spiritual growth.

Take this challenge and strengthen your understanding of God’s Word.

 

Instructions

Read each question carefully.

Answer before checking the answers section.

Use your Bible for additional study if needed.

Review the complete Scripture references after completing the quiz.

Challenge family members, friends, or Bible study groups.

 

Quiz Questions

 

1. What did Paul say believers should avoid because it leads people away from faith?

 

2. According to Scripture, what can happen when desire is fully grown?

 

3. What instruction did Jesus give about storing treasures?

 

4. Which Psalm teaches believers to delight themselves in the Lord?

 

5. According to Hebrews, what attitude should believers have toward money?

 

6. What did Paul learn in every situation regarding possessions and circumstances?

 

7. According to Proverbs, what blessing brings true riches?

 

8. What warning did Jesus give concerning greed?

 

9. According to Scripture, what should believers seek first?

 

10.    What promise does God give to those who trust Him rather than worldly desires?

 

Answers with Complete Reference Verses

 

1. What did Paul say believers should avoid because it leads people away from faith?

Answer: The love of money.

Reference Verse:

1 Timothy 6:10 (KJV)

“For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.”

 

2. According to Scripture, what can happen when desire is fully grown?

Answer: Sin leads to death.

Reference Verse:

James 1:15 (KJV)

“Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.”

 

3. What instruction did Jesus give about storing treasures?

Answer: Store treasures in heaven.

Reference Verse:

Matthew 6:19–20 (KJV)

“Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal.”

 

4. Which Psalm teaches believers to delight themselves in the Lord?

Answer: Psalm 37.

Reference Verse:

Psalm 37:4 (KJV)

“Delight thyself also in the Lord; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.”

 

5. According to Hebrews, what attitude should believers have toward money?

Answer: Believers should be content and free from the love of money.

Reference Verse:

Hebrews 13:5 (KJV)

“Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.”

 

6. What did Paul learn in every situation regarding possessions and circumstances?

Answer: Paul learned to be content.

Reference Verse:

Philippians 4:11–12 (KJV)

“Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.

I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need.”

 

7. According to Proverbs, what blessing brings true riches?

Answer: The blessing of the Lord.

Reference Verse:

Proverbs 10:22 (KJV)

“The blessing of the Lord, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.”

 

8. What warning did Jesus give concerning greed?

Answer: Life does not consist in possessions.

Reference Verse:

Luke 12:15 (KJV)

“And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.”

 

9. According to Scripture, what should believers seek first?

Answer: The kingdom of God and His righteousness.

Reference Verse:

Matthew 6:33 (KJV)

“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”

 

10. What promise does God give to those who trust Him rather than worldly desires?

Answer: God provides for and guides those who trust Him.

Reference Verse:

Psalm 84:11 (KJV)

“For the Lord God is a sun and shield: the Lord will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.”

 

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