JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1982 Question 3

Question 3

The Patriarchs

The first of the twins born to Isaac was

  1. A.Abel
  2. B.Jacob
  3. C.Esau
  4. D.Joseph
  5. E.Ephraim
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Esau)

Explanation

Rebekah bore Isaac twins; Esau came out first and Jacob followed holding his heel (Genesis 25:24–26).