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JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1980 Question 16

Question 16

David

Joab murdered Abner because

  1. A.he wanted to avenge the death of his brother
  2. B.he was jealous of Abner
  3. C.Abner wanted to take his office from him
  4. D.Abner visited David in Joab's absence
  5. E.Abner was the supporter of Ishbosheth, the son of Saul and enemy of David.
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Answer: A (he wanted to avenge the death of his brother)

Explanation

Joab killed Abner to avenge the blood of his brother Asahel, whom Abner had killed (2 Samuel 3:27).