JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1995 Question 36

Question 36

Trial and Death of Jesus

Which of Jesus' words on the cross led a bystander to give him vinegar?

  1. A."Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do "
  2. B."Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit."
  3. C."My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me"
  4. D."It is finished".
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C ("My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me")

Explanation

After Jesus cried 'Eloi, Eloi…', some thought He called Elijah and one ran to give Him vinegar (Mark 15:34–36).