Welcome to our next Bible quiz challenge, Guess The Brother Bible Quiz! This quiz will test your knowledge of brothers in the Bible! This quiz highlights siblings whose stories shaped Scripture—through faith, rivalry, courage, and even deception. Can you identify each brother based on the clues?

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From the first family’s tragedy to patriarchs, leaders, and disciples, these brothers played pivotal roles in biblical history. How well do you know their lives, choices, and legacies?

I’ll provide you with a partial question, followed by at least 3 clues, and all you need to do is guess which brother or brothers in the Bible the question is referring to. An example is something like…

• Was the firstborn son of Adam and Eve?
• Became a farmer by occupation?
• Committed the first murder by killing his brother?

Pro tip: Team up with your family, friends, or even your pet hamster—I bet they’ll surprise you! Let’s see who’s the ultimate Bible Brother Champion!

For more quiz, see also Guess The Father Bible Quiz or Guess The Mom Bible Trivia

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Let’s Play - Guess The Brother Bible Trivia!

Question 1: Which brother...

• Was the firstborn son of Adam and Eve?
• Became a farmer by occupation?
• Committed the first murder by killing his brother?

Question 2: Which brother...

• Was a shepherd by profession?
• Offered a pleasing sacrifice to God?
• Was killed by his own brother out of jealousy?

Question 3: Which brother...

• Was the elder twin, described as red and hairy at birth?
• Sold his birthright for a bowl of stew?
• Had his father's blessing stolen by his younger brother?

Question 4: Which brother...

• Was the younger twin who grasped his brother's heel at birth?
• Deceived his father to receive the firstborn blessing?
• Wrestled with an angel and was renamed Israel?

Question 5: Which brother...

• Was the son of Abraham and Hagar?
• Became the ancestor of the Ishmaelites?
• Was circumcised at 13 years old?

Question 6: Which brother...

• Was the son of Abraham and Sarah, born in their old age?
• Was nearly sacrificed by his father as a test of faith?
• Married Rebekah and fathered Esau and Jacob?

Question 7: Which brother...

• Was the first high priest of Israel?
• Spoke on behalf of his brother to Pharaoh?
• Crafted the golden calf during Moses' absence?

Question 8: Which brother...

• Led the Israelites out of Egyptian bondage?
• Received the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai?
• Had a speech impediment and was assisted by his brother?

Question 9: Which brother...

• Was the eldest son of King Saul?
• Formed a deep friendship with David?
• Died alongside his father in battle against the Philistines?

Question 10: Which brother...

• Was the youngest son of Jesse?
• Defeated Goliath with a sling and a stone?
• Became the second king of Israel?

Question 11: Which brother...

• Was the son of King David and Bathsheba?
• Asked God for wisdom to govern Israel?
• Built the first temple in Jerusalem?

Question 12: Which brother...

• Was known as Didymus, meaning "twin"?
• Initially doubted Jesus' resurrection until he saw Him?
• Proclaimed, "My Lord and my God" upon believing?

Question 13: Which brother...

• Married Ruth, the Moabite, after both were widowed?
• Was the son of Elimelech and Naomi?
• Died in Moab, leaving Ruth a widow?

Question 14: Which brother...

• Was the son of Elimelech and Naomi?
• Married Orpah, a Moabite woman?
• Died in Moab, leaving Orpah a widow?

Question 15: Which brother…

• Was a skilled hunter and outdoorsman?
• Lost his birthright to his younger brother?
• His name means “hairy”?

Answers to Guess The Brother Bible Trivia

Question 1: Cain

• Firstborn son of Adam and Eve (Genesis 4:1).
• Farmer (Genesis 4:2).
• Committed the first murder (Genesis 4:8).

Question 2: Abel

• Shepherd (Genesis 4:2).
• Offered a pleasing sacrifice (Genesis 4:4).
• Killed by Cain (Genesis 4:8).

Question 3: Esau

• Elder twin, red and hairy (Genesis 25:25).
• Sold his birthright (Genesis 25:29-34).
• Lost his blessing (Genesis 27:35-36).

Question 4: Jacob

• Younger twin (Genesis 25:26).
• Deceived Isaac (Genesis 27:1-29).
• Renamed Israel (Genesis 32:28).

Question 5: Ishmael

• Son of Abraham and Hagar (Genesis 16:11).
• Ancestor of Ishmaelites (Genesis 25:12-18).
• Circumcised at 13 (Genesis 17:25-26).

Question 6: Isaac

• Son of Abraham and Sarah (Genesis 21:1-3).
• Nearly sacrificed (Genesis 22:1-14).
• Father of Esau and Jacob (Genesis 25:19-26).

Question 7: Aaron

• First high priest (Exodus 28:1).
• Spoke for Moses (Exodus 4:14-16).
• Crafted the golden calf (Exodus 32:1-4).

Question 8: Moses

• Led Israel out of Egypt (Exodus 14:21-31).
• Received the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:1-17).
• Speech impediment (Exodus 4:10-16).

Question 9: Jonathan

• Saul’s eldest son (1 Samuel 14:49).
• Friend of David (1 Samuel 18:1-4).
• Died with Saul (1 Samuel 31:2).

Question 10: David

• Youngest son of Jesse (1 Samuel 16:11).
• Defeated Goliath (1 Samuel 17:49-50).
• Second king of Israel (2 Samuel 5:3-4).

Question 11: Solomon

• Son of David and Bathsheba (2 Samuel 12:24).
• Asked for wisdom (1 Kings 3:5-14).
• Built the temple (1 Kings 6:1-14).

Question 12: Thomas

• Called Didymus (John 11:16).
• Doubted the resurrection (John 20:24-25).
• Proclaimed faith (John 20:28).

Question 13: Mahlon

• Married Ruth (Ruth 4:10).
• Son of Elimelech and Naomi (Ruth 1:2).
• Died in Moab (Ruth 1:5).

Question 14: Chilion

• Son of Elimelech and Naomi (Ruth 1:2).
• Married Orpah (Ruth 1:4).
• Died in Moab (Ruth 1:5).

Question 15: Esau

• Skilled hunter (Genesis 25:27).
• Lost his birthright (Genesis 25:29-34).
• Name means “hairy” (Genesis 25:25).