Bible Quiz – The Ninth Commandment: “Do not let thyself lust after thy neighbor’s wife!” (True/False)
How
well do you know the Ten Commandments from the Bible? This quiz focuses on the
Ninth Commandment and tests your understanding of what Scripture truly says.
Read each statement carefully and answer with True or False. At the end, you
will find the answers along with the complete reference verses.
Instructions
Read
each statement carefully.
Choose
either True or False.
Do
not look at the answers until you finish all the questions.
Check
the Bible references afterward for deeper study.
Quiz Questions
1. The
statement “Do not let thyself lust after thy neighbor’s wife!” is the Ninth
Commandment.
(True/False)
2. The
Ninth Commandment is connected with bearing false witness against your
neighbor.
(True/False)
3. The
command about coveting your neighbor’s wife belongs to the Tenth Commandment.
(True/False)
4. The
Bible teaches that lust begins in the heart.
(True/False)
5. “Thou
shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour” is found in the Ten
Commandments.
(True/False)
6. Jesus
taught that looking at a woman lustfully is equal to adultery in the heart.
(True/False)
7. The
Ninth Commandment mainly speaks about stealing possessions.
(True/False)
8. Coveting
means being content with what you have.
(True/False)
9. The
command against coveting includes your neighbor’s house, wife, servants, and
possessions.
(True/False)
10.
God’s commandments only deal with
outward actions and not inner desires.
(True/False)
Answers and Reference Verses
1. False
The
statement about lusting after your neighbor’s wife is related to the Tenth
Commandment, not the Ninth.
Reference
Verse:
“Thou
shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's
wife...” — Exodus 20:17
2. True
Reference
Verse:
“Thou
shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.” — Exodus 20:16
3. True
Reference
Verse:
“Thou
shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's
wife...” — Exodus 20:17
4. True
Reference
Verse:
“For
from within, out of the heart of men, proceed evil thoughts...” — Mark 7:21
5. True
Reference
Verse:
“Thou
shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.” — Exodus 20:16
6. True
Reference
Verse:
“But
I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath
committed adultery with her already in his heart.” — Matthew 5:28
7. False
The
Ninth Commandment speaks about false witness, not stealing.
Reference
Verse:
“Thou
shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.” — Exodus 20:16
8. False
Coveting
means strongly desiring what belongs to someone else.
Reference
Verse:
“Take
heed, and beware of covetousness...” — Luke 12:15
9. True
Reference
Verse:
“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.” — Exodus 20:17
10.
False
God
also examines the thoughts and intentions of the heart.
Reference
Verse:
“For
the LORD seeth not as man seeth... the LORD looketh on the heart.” — 1 Samuel
16:7
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you enjoy this Bible quiz? Share it with your friends, family, or Bible study
group and see who scores the highest! Keep studying God’s Word daily to grow in
wisdom, truth, and faith.
Bible
Quiz – The Ninth Commandment (Level 2)
Ready
for the next challenge? This Level 2 Bible Quiz goes deeper into understanding
the Ninth Commandment and related biblical teachings about truthfulness,
honesty, and integrity. Read each statement carefully and decide whether it is
True or False.
Instructions
Read
each statement carefully.
Answer
with True or False.
Complete
all questions before checking the answers.
Use
the Bible references afterward for personal study.
Quiz Questions
1. The
Ninth Commandment says, “Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy
neighbour.”
(True/False)
2. Bearing
false witness includes lying about another person.
(True/False)
3. The
Ninth Commandment only applies in courtrooms and legal situations.
(True/False)
4. God
desires His people to speak truthfully to one another.
(True/False)
5. Satan
is called the “father of lies” in the Bible.
(True/False)
6. The
Ninth Commandment teaches believers to protect truth and justice.
(True/False)
7. Spreading
false rumors about someone agrees with biblical teaching.
(True/False)
8. The
Bible teaches that God hates a lying tongue.
(True/False)
9. Honest
speech reflects godly character.
(True/False)
10.
The Ninth Commandment has nothing to
do with everyday conversations.
(True/False)
Answers and Reference Verses
1. True
Reference
Verse:
“Thou
shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.” — Exodus 20:16
2. True
False
witness includes lying, deception, and dishonest testimony.
Reference
Verse:
“Wherefore
putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour...” — Ephesians
4:25
3. False
The
command applies to all areas of life, not only legal matters.
Reference
Verse:
“Lie
not one to another...” — Colossians 3:9
4. True
Reference
Verse:
“Speak
ye every man the truth to his neighbour...” — Zechariah 8:16
5. True
Reference
Verse:
“He
was a murderer from the beginning... for he is a liar, and the father of it.” —
John 8:44
6. True
Truth
and justice honor God and protect others.
Reference
Verse:
“Execute
the judgment of truth and peace in your gates.” — Zechariah 8:16
7. False
God
calls His people to avoid falsehood and harmful speech.
Reference
Verse:
“Speak
not evil one of another...” — James 4:11
8. True
Reference
Verse:
“A
lying tongue...” is listed among things God hates. — Proverbs 6:16–17
9. True
Reference
Verse:
“The
righteous also shall hold on his way...” — Job 17:9
10.
False
The
Ninth Commandment influences daily speech, relationships, and character.
Reference
Verse:
“Let
no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth...” — Ephesians 4:29
How
many answers did you get right? Share this quiz with friends, family, or your
Bible study group and challenge them to test their knowledge. Keep studying
Scripture and continue growing in truth and wisdom.
Bible
Quiz – The Ninth Commandment (Level 3)
Welcome
to Level 3! This round is more challenging and focuses on a deeper
understanding of the Ninth Commandment and biblical teachings about truth,
honesty, speech, and integrity. Read each statement carefully and decide
whether it is True or False.
Instructions
Read
each statement carefully.
Choose
True or False.
Complete
all questions before viewing the answers.
Study
the Bible references afterward for deeper understanding.
Quiz Questions
1. The
Ninth Commandment forbids giving false testimony against another person.
(True/False)
2. The
Bible teaches that truthful words please God.
(True/False)
3. Ananias
and Sapphira were praised for their honesty before God.
(True/False)
4. The
tongue has power to build up or destroy.
(True/False)
5. The
Ninth Commandment only concerns spoken lies, not written falsehoods.
(True/False)
6. God
desires His followers to speak truth from sincere hearts.
(True/False)
7. Gossip
and slander can harm others and violate biblical principles.
(True/False)
8. The
Bible teaches that lying is acceptable when it benefits someone personally.
(True/False)
9. Christians
are called to put away falsehood and practice honesty.
(True/False)
10.
The Ninth Commandment reflects God’s
desire for truth and justice among people.
(True/False)
Answers and Reference Verses
1. True
Reference
Verse:
“Thou
shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.” — Exodus 20:16
2. True
Reference
Verse:
“Lying
lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.” —
Proverbs 12:22
3. False
Ananias
and Sapphira lied about their offering and faced God’s judgment.
Reference
Verse:
Acts
5:1–10
4. True
Reference
Verse:
“Death
and life are in the power of the tongue...” — Proverbs 18:21
5. False
Biblical
truthfulness applies to all forms of communication.
Reference
Verse:
“Wherefore
putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour...” — Ephesians
4:25
6. True
Reference
Verse:
“He
that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in
his heart.” — Psalm 15:2
7. True
Reference
Verse:
“A
talebearer revealeth secrets...” — Proverbs 11:13
8. False
God
calls His people to truthfulness and integrity.
Reference
Verse:
“Lie
not one to another...” — Colossians 3:9
9. True
Reference
Verse:
“Putting
away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour...” — Ephesians 4:25
10.
True
The
Ninth Commandment promotes honesty, fairness, and truth in relationships.
Reference
Verse:
“Speak
ye every man the truth to his neighbour; execute the judgment of truth and
peace...” — Zechariah 8:16
Did
you complete all three levels? Share this Bible quiz with friends, family, or
your Bible study group and compare scores. Continue studying Scripture daily
and keep growing in wisdom, truth, and faith.

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