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Philemon Quiz - Complete Book

Test your comprehensive knowledge of the entire book of Philemon with 25 questions covering key events, people, and teachings from all 1 chapters.

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• This quiz takes approximately 34 minutes
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1.Who wrote the book of Philemon?

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Reference: Philemon 1:1

A)Paul

B)Peter

C)John

D)James

2.To whom is the book of Philemon addressed?

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Reference: Philemon 1:1-2

A)Philemon

B)Apphia

C)Archippus

D)All of the above

3.What title does Paul use to describe himself in Philemon 1:1?

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Reference: Philemon 1:1

A)A servant of Christ

B)A prisoner of Jesus Christ

C)An apostle of the Lord

D)A bondservant of God

4.What does Paul thank God for regarding Philemon?

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Reference: Philemon 1:4-5

A)His wealth

B)His faith and love

C)His leadership

D)His wisdom

5.What is the purpose of the communication of Philemon's faith according to Paul?

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Reference: Philemon 1:6

A)To increase his wealth

B)To become effectual by acknowledging every good thing in Christ

C)To gain favor with the authorities

D)To lead the church in prayers

6.What joy does Paul have because of Philemon's love?

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Reference: Philemon 1:7

A)Joy in wealth

B)Joy and consolation

C)Joy in worldly success

D)Joy in health

7.On what basis does Paul appeal to Philemon regarding Onesimus?

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Reference: Philemon 1:8-9

A)Onesimus' wealth

B)Love's sake

C)Philemon's power

D)Philemon's family ties

8.Who is Onesimus in relation to Paul?

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Reference: Philemon 1:10

A)Paul's biological son

B)Paul's spiritual son

C)Paul's brother in law

D)Paul's cousin

9.How does Paul describe Onesimus's usefulness to Philemon now?

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Reference: Philemon 1:11

A)Still unprofitable

B)Profitable to both Philemon and Paul

C)A servant only

D)A stranger

10.What does Paul request Philemon to do with Onesimus?

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Reference: Philemon 1:12

A)Punish him

B)Ignore him

C)Receive him as Paul's own bowels

D)Send him away

11.Why did Paul want to keep Onesimus with him?

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Reference: Philemon 1:13

A)To serve as a servant

B)To minister to Paul in the gospel bonds

C)To care for Paul's household

D)To take care of Paul's writings

12.What does Paul say about doing anything without Philemon's consent?

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Reference: Philemon 1:14

A)He would act boldly

B)He would do nothing

C)He would force the issue

D)He would write a public letter

13.According to Paul, why might Onesimus have departed for a season?

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Reference: Philemon 1:15

A)To escape punishment

B)To receive him forever

C)To find new work

D)To visit family

14.How does Paul describe Onesimus's relationship to Philemon now?

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Reference: Philemon 1:16

A)As a servant

B)As a brother beloved

C)As a stranger

D)As a debtor

15.What does Paul ask Philemon to do if Onesimus has wronged him or owes anything?

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Reference: Philemon 1:18

A)Punish him

B)Ignore it

C)Charge it to Paul

D)Demand repayment

16.What personal promise does Paul make to Philemon regarding debts owed by Onesimus?

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Reference: Philemon 1:19

A)He will forgive the debt

B)He will repay it himself

C)He will ask others to pay

D)He will not intervene

17.What does Paul say he doesn't mention to Philemon in addition to the debt?

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Reference: Philemon 1:19

A)Philemon's sins

B)How Philemon owes Paul even his own self

C)Philemon’s wealth

D)Philemon's reputation

18.What does Paul desire from Philemon in the Lord at the end of his letter?

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Reference: Philemon 1:20

A)Peace and prosperity

B)Joy and refreshment of his bowels

C)Health and wealth

D)Victory and honor

19.What confidence does Paul express about Philemon's obedience?

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Reference: Philemon 1:21

A)That Philemon will disobey

B)That Philemon will obey and do more

C)That Philemon will ignore the letter

D)That Philemon will question Paul

20.What does Paul ask Philemon to prepare for him?

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Reference: Philemon 1:22

A)Food

B)Clothing

C)A lodging

D)Money

21.Who does Paul mention as his fellow prisoners in Christ Jesus in this letter?

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Reference: Philemon 1:23

A)Epaphras

B)Timothy

C)Luke

D)Demas

22.Which of these is NOT listed as a fellow laborer in the letter?

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Reference: Philemon 1:24

A)Marcus

B)Aristarchus

C)Demas

D)Silas

23.What blessing does Paul give at the close of the letter?

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Reference: Philemon 1:25

A)Peace be with you

B)The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit

C)God be merciful to you

D)May you prosper in all things

24.True or False: Paul commands Philemon to receive Onesimus back as a servant.

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Reference: Philemon 1:16

TrueFalse

25.True or False: Onesimus was previously unprofitable to Philemon, but now profitable.

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Reference: Philemon 1:11

TrueFalse

26.True or False: Paul wrote the letter to Philemon solely as a formal command.

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Reference: Philemon 1:8-9

TrueFalse

27.True or False: Paul expresses confidence that Philemon will do even more than Paul asks.

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Reference: Philemon 1:21

TrueFalse

28.True or False: Paul mentions that he has written the letter with someone else's hand.

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Reference: Philemon 1:19

TrueFalse

29.True or False: Paul calls Archippus a fellow soldier.

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Reference: Philemon 1:2

TrueFalse

30.True or False: Paul asks Philemon to send Onesimus away permanently.

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Reference: Philemon 1:12,16

TrueFalse

31.True or False: Paul refers to Onesimus as his son 'in the bonds'.

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Reference: Philemon 1:10

TrueFalse

32.True or False: Paul writes this letter while he is a free man traveling.

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Reference: Philemon 1:1

TrueFalse

33.True or False: Paul sends greetings from Marcus, Aristarchus, Demas, and Luke.

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Reference: Philemon 1:24

TrueFalse

34.Complete this verse: 'Grace to you, and _____, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.'

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Reference: Philemon 1:3

A)Peace

B)Joy

C)Mercy

D)Love

35.Complete this verse: 'I thank my God, making mention of thee always in my _____.'

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Reference: Philemon 1:4

A)Prayers

B)Songs

C)Teachings

D)Letters

36.Complete this verse: 'If he hath wronged thee, or oweth thee ought, put that on _____ account.'

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Reference: Philemon 1:18

A)Mine

B)Thy

C)His

D)Our

37.Complete this verse: 'The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your _____. Amen.'

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Reference: Philemon 1:25

A)Spirit

B)Soul

C)Heart

D)Mind

38.What is the main theme of the book of Philemon?

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Reference: Philemon 1:15-16

A)Forgiveness and reconciliation

B)End times prophecy

C)Church organization

D)Faith and works

39.Which city was the letter to Philemon likely written from?

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Reference: Philemon 1:1 context

A)Rome

B)Ephesus

C)Caesarea

D)Philippi

40.What kind of relationship does Paul want Philemon to have with Onesimus now?

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Reference: Philemon 1:16

A)Master and servant

B)Employer and employee

C)Brother in Christ

D)Stranger and guest

41.How does Paul describe himself when appealing to Philemon?

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Reference: Philemon 1:9

A)A young preacher

B)Paul the aged and prisoner

C)A fellow servant

D)A servant of God

42.What does Paul hope will be the result of Philemon receiving Onesimus?

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Reference: Philemon 1:6

A)Philemon's social status will rise

B)Philemon's faith will be effective

C)Philemon will gain wealth

D)Philemon will become a leader

43.Which of these men is NOT mentioned as greeting Philemon in the letter?

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Reference: Philemon 1:23-24

A)Epaphras

B)Tychicus

C)Marcus

D)Demas

44.What does Paul say about Onesimus's departure?

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Reference: Philemon 1:15

A)It was an act of rebellion

B)It was for a season that Philemon might receive him forever

C)It was unexpected and unwelcome

D)It was a permanent separation

45.What is Paul’s tone in the letter to Philemon?

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Reference: Philemon 1:8-9

A)Harsh and demanding

B)Gentle and loving

C)Indifferent and neutral

D)Formal and legalistic

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