Welcome to the Matthew Chapter 12 Quiz! In this quiz, we will explore the biblical teachings surrounding the Sabbath and the different viewpoints that have sparked controversy throughout history. The Sabbath is a sacred day of rest and worship, but opinions vary on how it should be observed.
As we delve into this topic, we will examine the importance of the Sabbath in the Bible and how different religious traditions interpret and practice it. From the creation story in Genesis to the Ten Commandments in Exodus, the Sabbath has played a significant role in shaping the beliefs and practices of many faiths.
Join us as we navigate the complexities of the Sabbath controversy and gain a deeper understanding of its significance in the religious landscape.
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Instructions
- This quiz is multiple choice.
- Read each question carefully before selecting an answer.
- Choose the best answer for each question.
- You will see the missed questions with correct answers at the end of the quiz.
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Quick Facts
- In Matthew chapter 12, there is a controversy over how the Sabbath should be observed.
- Some people believed that Jesus and his disciples were breaking the Sabbath rules by picking grain to eat on the Sabbath.
- Others argued that helping someone in need, like healing the sick on the Sabbath, was more important than following strict Sabbath rules.
- Jesus defended his actions by saying that the Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.
- He also pointed out that even the priests in the temple break the Sabbath rules by working on that day.
- Jesus used the example of King David eating the consecrated bread in the temple when he was hungry to show that sometimes rules can be bent for a greater good.
- Ultimately, Jesus taught that showing compassion and mercy to others should take precedence over following rigid rules about the Sabbath.
- The Pharisees, who were strict about Sabbath observance, were upset by Jesus’ teachings and actions.
- This controversy over the Sabbath highlights the importance of understanding the spirit of the law rather than just following the letter of the law.
- It also serves as a reminder that the true purpose of religious laws is to promote love, kindness, and justice in the world.
Scripture
Chapter 12
1 At that time Jesus went on the sabbath day through the corn; and his disciples were an hungred, and began to pluck the ears of corn and to eat.
2 But when the Pharisees saw it, they said unto him, Behold, thy disciples do that which is not lawful to do upon the sabbath day.
3 But he said unto them, Have ye not read what David did, when he was an hungred, and they that were with him;
4 How he entered into the house of God, and did eat the shewbread, which was not lawful for him to eat, neither for them which were with him, but only for the priests?
5 Or have ye not read in the law, how that on the sabbath days the priests in the temple profane the sabbath, and are blameless?
6 But I say unto you, That in this place is one greater than the temple.
7 But if ye had known what this meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless.
8 For the Son of man is Lord even of the sabbath day.
9 And when he was departed thence, he went into their synagogue:
10 And, behold, there was a man which had his hand withered. And they asked him, saying, Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath days? that they might accuse him.
11 And he said unto them, What man shall there be among you, that shall have one sheep, and if it fall into a pit on the sabbath day, will he not lay hold on it, and lift it out?
12 How much then is a man better than a sheep? Wherefore it is lawful to do well on the sabbath days.
13 Then saith he to the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched it forth; and it was restored whole, like as the other.
14 Then the Pharisees went out, and held a council against him, how they might destroy him.
15 But when Jesus knew it, he withdrew himself from thence: and great multitudes followed him, and he healed them all;
16 And charged them that they should not make him known:
17 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying,
18 Behold my servant, whom I have chosen; my beloved, in whom my soul is well pleased: I will put my spirit upon him, and he shall shew judgment to the Gentiles.
19 He shall not strive, nor cry; neither shall any man hear his voice in the streets.
20 A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory.
21 And in his name shall the Gentiles trust.
22 Then was brought unto him one possessed with a devil, blind, and dumb: and he healed him, insomuch that the blind and dumb both spake and saw.
23 And all the people were amazed, and said, Is not this the son of David?
24 But when the Pharisees heard it, they said, This fellow doth not cast out devils, but by Beelzebub the prince of the devils.
25 And Jesus knew their thoughts, and said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand:
26 And if Satan cast out Satan, he is divided against himself; how shall then his kingdom stand?
27 And if I by Beelzebub cast out devils, by whom do your children cast them out? therefore they shall be your judges.
28 But if I cast out devils by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God is come unto you.
29 Or else how can one enter into a strong man’s house, and spoil his goods, except he first bind the strong man? and then he will spoil his house.
30 He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad.