A King David Bible Trivia Quiz
1/21/2025
Introduction to King David’s story
Welcome to the King David Bible trivia quiz! Whether you're a longtime Bible reader or just curious about one of the most iconic figures in Scripture, this quiz will test your knowledge of David’s life, his family, and his rise to power as king. From his early days as a shepherd to his reign as the second king of Israel, David's story is filled with adventure, triumphs, and challenges. This quiz will cover a variety of difficulty levels, so whether you’re looking for a casual test of your knowledge or a more in-depth challenge, there's something here for everyone. Let’s see how well you know the story of King David!
Easy:
1. Who was the king of Israel before David?
A) Solomon
B) Saul
C) Moses
D) Abraham
2. Who did David famously fight with a sling and a stone?
A) Goliath
B) Pharaoh
C) Moses
D) The Giant of Capernaum
3. What was David’s job before becoming king?
A) Soldier
B) Shepherd
C) Carpenter
D) Fisherman
4. Who was David’s best friend, the son of King Saul?
A) Eli
B) Jonathan
C) Samuel
D) Absalom
Medium:
5. Which prophet anointed David to become the king of Israel?
A) Baalam
B) Jonah
C) Ezekiel
D) Samuel
6. What musical instrument did David play to soothe King Saul?
A) Harp
B) Flute
C) Trumpet
D) Drum
7. What did Jonathan use to signal David that he shouldn’t return to King Saul’s court?
A) Smoke
B) A flag
C) An arrow
D) A spear
8. What city did David conquer and make the capital of Israel?
A) Bethlehem
B) Hebron
C) Jerusalem
D) Nazareth
Hard:
9. David was anointed as the future king of Israel in which city?
A) Bethlehem
B) Jericho
C) Shiloh
D) Ramah
10. What was the name of the priest who helped David when he fled from King Saul?
A) Zadok
B) Ahimelech
C) Eli
D) Samuel
11. What did David bring back to Jerusalem after his victory over the Philistines, symbolizing the presence of God?
A) The Golden Calf
B) The Ark of the Covenant
C) The Ten Commandments
D) The Sword of Goliath
12. Which of David’s children later rebelled against him and sought to take the throne?
A) Solomon
B) Absalom
C) Adonijah
D) Rehoboam
Answers to A King David Bible Trivia Quiz
1. B
2. A
3. B
4. B
5. D
6. A
7. C
8. C
9. D
10. B
11. B
12. B
Whether you aced the quiz or learned something new about King David, his life continues to be a source of inspiration, teaching valuable lessons about leadership, faith, and repentance. Keep exploring the Bible to deepen your understanding of this legendary king and his complex, fascinating story.
Did You Know There Is a King David’s Battles Mobile Game?
Did you know there’s a mobile game on the TruPlay Games platform that can give players of all ages insight into King David’s battles? Culminating in his confrontation with Goliath, the giant of Gath, King David’s Battles allows players to imagine what it must have been like for David to face dangers and obstacles (such as lions and bears) before facing the formidable Philistine giant. The action role-playing game incorporates Scripture, showing David encouraging himself in the Lord (1 Samuel 30:6), as the player gets to fight numerous enemies on the way to the Valley of Elah, where Goliath awaits.
The TruPlay app’s ever-expanding selection of games includes Bible stories, Christian themes and values, and countless hours of engaging fun for children, youth, and adults. And, because it employs a subscription-based model, it allows children and adults to play, read, and have fun in an environment with no in-app purchases, no ads, and no in-app texting or chats, making it a safe and worry-free gaming environment.
TruPlay's website (TruPlayGames.com) clearly details the app's offerings, and free downloads and trials that are available in both the Apple App Store and GooglePlay. Explore the following links to unlock a fun and safe entertainment experience for your kids:
● https://www.truplaygames.com/games-more
● https://www.truplaygames.com/user-registration