Jacob’s Ladder: A Dream from Heaven
This 15-question Bible quiz dives deep into one of the most memorable visions in the Old Testament — Jacob’s dream at Bethel (Genesis 28:10–22). Perfect for Sunday School, Bible study groups, or personal reflection, this quiz features multiple-choice questions with colorful references and explanations. Explore God's promises, Jacob's journey, and the powerful symbolism of the ladder reaching to heaven.
1 Where was Jacob going when he had the dream of the ladder?
- Egypt
- Bethel
- Haran
- Canaan
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:10
Jacob was on his way to Haran to find a wife from his mother’s family.
2 Where did Jacob stop for the night when he had the dream?
- Bethel
- Luz
- Beersheba
- Hebron
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:19
The place was originally called Luz, but Jacob later renamed it Bethel.
3 What object did Jacob use for a pillow?
- A cloth
- A cloak
- A pile of leaves
- A stone
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:11
Jacob took one of the stones there and used it as a pillow.
4 What did Jacob see in his dream?
- A burning bush
- A ladder
- A well
- A river
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:12
The ladder reached from earth to heaven.
5 Who was ascending and descending the ladder?
- People
- Birds
- Angels
- Spirits
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:12
Angels of God were going up and down the ladder.
6 Where was the Lord standing in the dream?
- At the bottom of the ladder
- Beside Jacob
- Above the ladder
- On the earth
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:13
The Lord stood above the ladder and spoke to Jacob.
7 How did God identify Himself in the dream?
- The Creator
- The God of Israel
- The God of your father Abraham and Isaac
- The Lord of Hosts
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:13
God revealed Himself through Jacob’s patriarchal lineage.
8 What did God promise to Jacob in the dream?
- Long life
- A mighty army
- Prosperity in Egypt
- The land on which he was lying
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:13
God promised Jacob that the land would be given to him and his descendants.
9 What did God say Jacob’s descendants would be like?
- As the stars
- A great army
- The dust of the earth
- As many as the fish in the sea
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:14
A metaphor for vast numbers, similar to other promises in Genesis.
10 To what directions would Jacob’s descendants spread?
- North and South
- East and West
- North, South, East, and West
- South and East
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:14
Symbolizing widespread influence and presence.
11 Who would be blessed through Jacob’s offspring?
- Only his household
- All the tribes of Israel
- All peoples on earth
- Only his sons
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:14
This is part of the Abrahamic blessing passed down to Jacob.
12 What did God promise Jacob personally in the dream?
- To fight his enemies
- To give him great riches
- To be with him wherever he goes
- To make him king
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:15
A personal promise of divine presence and protection.
13 How did Jacob respond when he woke up?
- He was terrified
- He sang a song
- He ignored the dream
- He prayed
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:17
He said, How awesome is this place!
14 What did Jacob say about the place?
- It was cursed
- It was the gate of heaven
- It was dangerous
- It was a place of sacrifice
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:17
He believed the location connected heaven and earth.
15 What name did Jacob give the place?
- Luz
- Zion
- Bethel
- Hebron
Correct!Wrong!Genesis 28:19
Bethel means “House of God.”
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