Question 27
Trial and Death of JesusWhen Herod saw Jesus he was very glad because
- A.he thought that Jesus was John the Baptist raised from the dead
- B.he had wanted to punish Jesus for calling him a fox
- C.he had long desired to see him
- D.he thought his rival king had been arrested at last
- E.he believed that Jesus would tell him about the kingdom of God.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (he had long desired to see him)
Explanation
Herod was very glad, 'for he had long desired to see him', hoping to see a sign (Luke 23:8).