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JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1983 Question 11

Question 11

Solomon and the Divided Kingdom

What did Adonijah do to show that he feared Solomon? He

  1. A.begged Solomon for forgiveness
  2. B.promised Solomon loyal support
  3. C.caught hold of the horns of the altar
  4. D.ran into the Temple
  5. E.sent messengers to Solomon asking for a place of honour.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (caught hold of the horns of the altar)

Explanation

Afraid of Solomon, Adonijah fled and caught hold of the horns of the altar to claim protection (1 Kings 1:50).