JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1992 Question 39

Question 39

Trial and Death of Jesus

“.......Do not weep for me, but weep for yourselves and for your children....” These words were addressed by Jesus to the

  1. A.sons of Jerusalem
  2. B.men of Bethlehem
  3. C.women of Bethlehem
  4. D.daughters of Jerusalem.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (daughters of Jerusalem.)

Explanation

On the way to the cross Jesus turned to the wailing women and said, ‘Daughters of Jerusalem, do not weep for me’ (Luke 23:28).