Deborah was a unique and powerful figure in the Bible — a prophetess, a judge, and a mother in Israel. Her story in the Book of Judges reveals courage, faith, and a God-led victory against overwhelming odds. This quiz explores the key moments, people, and lessons in Deborah’s remarkable journey — how well do you remember them?
1 What role did Deborah serve in Israel?
- Queen
- Prophetess and Judge
- Warrior
- Priestess
Correct!Wrong!Judges 4:4
Deborah was both a spiritual and civil leader in Israel.
2 Under which tree did Deborah judge Israel?
- Oak of Mamre
- Tree of Knowledge
- Palm of Deborah
- Terebinth of Deborah
Correct!Wrong!Judges 4:5
She held court under the Palm of Deborah in the hill country of Ephraim.
3 What enemy nation oppressed Israel during Deborah’s time?
- Philistines
- Amalekites
- Canaanites
- Moabites
Correct!Wrong!Judges 4:2
The Canaanites, under King Jabin, cruelly oppressed the Israelites.
4 Who was the commander of Jabin’s army?
- Barak
- Sisera
- Abimelech
- Gideon
Correct!Wrong!Judges 4:2
Sisera was the feared general who led Jabin’s army with 900 iron chariots.
5 Who did Deborah summon to lead Israel’s army?
- Samson
- Ehud
- Barak
- Joshua
Correct!Wrong!Judges 4:6
Deborah called Barak to gather troops and go to battle against Sisera.
6 What did Barak say when Deborah told him to go to battle?
- “I will go at once!”
- “I need more men.”
- “Only if you go with me.”
- “The Lord has not spoken.”
Correct!Wrong!Judges 4:8
Barak refused to go unless Deborah went with him, showing his reliance on her leadership.
7 How did Deborah respond to Barak’s condition?
- She refused
- She agreed but gave a prophecy
- She told him to pray
- She asked God for another sign
Correct!Wrong!Judges 4:9
Deborah agreed but prophesied that Sisera would be delivered into a woman’s hands.
8 Who killed Sisera?
- Deborah
- Jael
- Barak
- Delilah
Correct!Wrong!Judges 4:21
Jael drove a tent peg through Sisera’s head while he slept in her tent.
9 What was Jael’s nationality?
- Israelite
- Moabite
- Canaanite
- Kenite
Correct!Wrong!Judges 4:17
Jael was the wife of Heber the Kenite, allies of Jabin, but she supported Israel.
10 What did Deborah and Barak do after the victory?
- Built an altar
- Sang a song
- Held a fast
- Gave offerings
Correct!Wrong!Judges 5:1
They sang a victory song praising God and the brave warriors.
11 What tribe did Deborah belong to?
- Judah
- Levi
- Ephraim
- Naphtali
Correct!Wrong!Judges 4:5
Deborah judged Israel in the hill country of Ephraim, indicating tribal affiliation.
12 What was the significance of Deborah being a female judge?
- She was the only female priest
- She replaced a male judge
- She was the only female judge in the Bible
- She became queen afterward
Correct!Wrong!Judges 4:4
Deborah stands out as the only woman to hold this leadership position among the judges.
13 How long did Israel have peace after Deborah’s victory?
- 20 years
- 10 years
- 40 years
- 7 years
Correct!Wrong!Judges 5:31
After Sisera's defeat, the land had peace for 40 years.
14 What did Deborah call herself in her song?
- A leader of Israel
- A voice of God
- A mother in Israel
- A warrior prophetess
Correct!Wrong!Judges 5:7
She described herself as a “mother in Israel,” showing her nurturing leadership.
15 Which tribes joined Barak in the battle?
- Judah and Levi
- Naphtali and Zebulun
- Dan and Benjamin
- Reuben and Simeon
Correct!Wrong!Judges 4:10
Barak led troops from Naphtali and Zebulun against Sisera’s army.
16 Which tribe was criticized in Deborah’s song for not joining the battle?
- Judah
- Ephraim
- Reuben
- Simeon
Correct!Wrong!Judges 5:15–16
The tribe of Reuben was criticized for hesitating and staying with their flocks.
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