Unveiling the Duggar Courtship Exam: Jeremy Vuolo Reveals 'Wild Questions'

Well, imagine this! Jeremy Vuolo, Jinger Duggar's husband, recently pulled back the curtain on a truly unique and, frankly, rather intense aspect of their courtship journey, and honestly, it's quite the revelation. He chatted about it on his podcast, "The Hope We Hold," and folks, we're talking about a genuine 'courtship exam' orchestrated by none other than Jinger's dad, Jim Bob Duggar.

It's no secret that the Duggar family has a very distinct approach to relationships, famously opting for "courtship" over casual dating. But an exam? That's certainly taking things up a notch! Jeremy revealed that this comprehensive questionnaire, personally crafted by Jim Bob, consisted of a whopping fifty questions. While some, he noted, were fairly standard, others were, as he put it, "pretty wild."

So, what kind of questions are we talking about here? Jeremy didn't hold back, offering up a few eyebrow-raising examples. Picture this: inquiries like, "How often do you read your Bible?" – definitely hitting on spiritual devotion, which makes sense within their faith. Then there was the profound, "Are you born again?" And for a touch of real-world practicality, "What's your financial situation?" Talk about getting down to brass tacks early on, right?

But the grilling didn't stop there. Jim Bob also wanted to know, quite directly, "What are your intentions with Jinger?" And perhaps most personally intrusive for many, "Are you currently walking in any sin that you need to confess?" Phew! That's quite a list, designed, no doubt, to thoroughly vet any potential suitor.

Interestingly, Jeremy had to face this examination not just once, but twice. The initial round happened before he even began courting Jinger, essentially serving as an initial screening. But then, once they were officially courting, the test got an upgrade. He had to take it again, this time with Jinger, and here's the kicker: they answered all fifty questions separately. Jim Bob, being the diligent father, then meticulously compared their answers to see just how aligned they were. It’s a thorough process, to say the least.

Reflecting on the experience, Jeremy candidly admitted that he felt pretty "grilled." He likened it to an "interrogation," which, let's be honest, sounds about right given the depth and breadth of the questions. However, he also made sure to emphasize that he understood where Jim Bob was coming from. It was all rooted in a father's profound love and desire to protect his daughter, ensuring she married a man of strong character and conviction. It’s a unique family tradition, for sure, but you can’t fault a father for wanting the very best for his child, even if his methods are, well, rather unconventional.

Despite the rigorous vetting process, it clearly worked out! Jinger and Jeremy tied the knot in November 2016 and have since built a beautiful family, welcoming two daughters, Felicity and Evangeline Jo. They've often been more open about their lives than some other Duggars, especially through their book, also titled "The Hope We Hold," and their time on the family's reality show, "Counting On." It’s fascinating to get these behind-the-scenes glimpses into the unique world they navigate.