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JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1987 Question 37

Question 37

Triumphal Entry and Cleansing of the Temple

At His triumphal entry into Jerusalem, Christ had to sit on an ass because He

  1. A.had need of it
  2. B.was humble
  3. C.wanted to fulfil the scriptures
  4. D.was a king.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (wanted to fulfil the scriptures)

Explanation

Matthew 21:4–5 says this took place to fulfil the prophecy (Zechariah 9:9) that the king would come humble, mounted on an ass.