JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1983 Question 9

Question 9

The Creation

What was the condition of the earth before the creation of the world?

  1. A.The earth was without form and void
  2. B.There was firmament above the earth
  3. C.Light infrequently penetrated the earth
  4. D.The heaven was very close to the earth
  5. E.The earth was inhabited by angels and spirits.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (The earth was without form and void)

Explanation

Genesis 1:2 says the earth was without form and void, with darkness upon the face of the deep.