JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1986 Question 25

Question 25

Punishment and Hope

Which of these prophets made this prophecy of Zion's happy future at the return of the exiles? 'And the ransomed of the Lord shall return, and come to Zion with singing; everlasting joy shall be upon their heads, they shall obtain joy and gladness and sorrow and sighing shall flee away'.

A.Jeremiah
B.Isaiah
C.Zephaniah
D.Ezekiel

Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Isaiah)

Explanation

These words are from Isaiah 35:10 (repeated in Isaiah 51:11).