- 1. Gideon is a figure of profound significance in biblical history, known primarily for his role as a judge of Israel during a tumultuous period characterized by the oppression of the Israelites by the Midianites. His story, found in the Book of Judges, embodies themes of faith, courage, and divine intervention. Gideon began his journey as a humble farmer, uncertain of his capabilities, yet chosen by God to lead his people to freedom. Demonstrating remarkable resourcefulness, he gathered an army to confront the Midianite forces, but under divine instruction, he significantly reduced his troops to only three hundred men to showcase that victory could only come through divine help, not sheer numbers. Gideon's strategic use of surprise and psychological warfare, utilizing torches and trumpets, enabled him to achieve a stunning victory against overwhelming odds. His narrative serves not only as an inspiring tale of leadership and bravery but also poses deeper questions about doubt and trust in divine providence, ultimately illustrating that even the most unlikely individuals can be called to fulfill great destinies.
Who was Gideon in the Bible?
A) A king
B) A priest
C) A prophet
D) A judge of Israel
- 2. What did Gideon use to test God’s sign?
A) A piece of cloth
B) A goat
C) A bowl of water
D) A fleece
- 3. How many men did Gideon originally gather to fight?
A) 32,000
B) 50,000
C) 1,000
D) 10,000
- 4. How many men did God ultimately choose to fight with Gideon?
A) 300
B) 1,000
C) 500
D) 1,500
- 5. What did Gideon's men carry into battle?
A) Swords and shields
B) Bows and arrows
C) Trumpets and torches
D) Spears and flags
- 6. What was the main enemy of Israel during Gideon's time?
A) The Moabites
B) The Midianites
C) The Philistines
D) The Ammonites
- 7. What was Gideon's father's name?
A) Joash
B) Moses
C) Eli
D) Gideon Sr.
- 8. How did Gideon’s army defeat the Midianites?
A) By direct combat
B) Through bribery
C) With a spy network
D) Through confusion and self-destruction
- 9. What did Gideon ask God for further assurance?
A) To heal a sick person
B) To make the fleece wet and dry
C) To send an army
D) To send fire to consume a sacrifice
- 10. What did Gideon ultimately do after his military success?
A) He retired and lived quietly
B) He went to war again
C) He left Israel
D) He led Israel for a time
- 11. In what year was Gideon v. Wainwright decided?
A) 1965
B) 1963
C) 1957
D) 1972
- 12. Which organization supported Gideon’s appeal?
A) Human Rights Campaign
B) The NAACP
C) Legal Aid Society
D) The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
- 13. Who was the petitioner in Gideon v. Wainwright?
A) Samuel Wainwright
B) Clarence Earl Gideon
C) John Marshall
D) Justice Hugo Black
- 14. Which state was Gideon convicted in?
A) California
B) Texas
C) Florida
D) New York
- 15. The decision of Gideon v. Wainwright was based on which constitutional principle?
A) Due Process
B) Freedom of Speech
C) Equal Protection
D) Excessive Bail
- 16. What did Gideon call the place of his encounter with God?
A) The Lord is Peace
B) The place of meeting
C) The House of God
D) The altar of sacrifice
- 17. What did the people want to do after Gideon's victory?
A) Kill him
B) Make him king
C) Forget him
D) Exile him
- 18. Gideon's case was a landmark decision for which group?
A) Indigent defendants
B) Police officers
C) Victims
D) Prosecutors
- 19. What did Gideon use to create an ephod?
A) Silver
B) Clay
C) Wood and stone
D) The gold from the spoils
- 20. Which amendment was cited in the Gideon case?
A) Fourth Amendment
B) Eighth Amendment
C) Sixth Amendment
D) Fifth Amendment
- 21. Who delivered the opinion of the Court?
A) Justice William Brennan
B) Justice Hugo Black
C) Justice Earl Warren
D) Justice Potter Stewart
- 22. In which book of the Bible is Gideon's story primarily found?
A) Samuel
B) Kings
C) Judges
D) Exodus
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