JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1980 Question 39

Question 39

Miracles of Jesus

Why did Jesus heal the leper at Galilee?

  1. A.The leper said 'If you want to, you can cure me'
  2. B.Jesus wanted to cure him
  3. C.Jesus felt sorry for him.
  4. D.Jesus stretched out his hand and touched him
  5. E.Jesus wanted to demonstrate his power over all diseases.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Jesus felt sorry for him.)

Explanation

Mark says Jesus was 'moved with pity' (compassion) for the leper before he touched and healed him (Mark 1:41).