JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1987 Question 38

Question 38

Jesus and the Religious Leaders

But Jesus answered them, 'You are wrong, because you know neither the scriptures nor the power of God. For in the resurrection they neither marry nor are given in marriage, but are like angels in heaven'. This answer was given to the

  1. A.Sadducees
  2. B.Pharisees
  3. C.Gentiles
  4. D.Samaritans.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Sadducees)

Explanation

The Sadducees, who denied the resurrection, asked about a woman married to seven brothers, and Jesus gave this reply (Matthew 22:23–30).