JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1995 Question 49

Question 49

Faith, Works and Impartiality

Which of the following commandments is described by James as the royal law?

  1. A.You shall have no other gods before me
  2. B.You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart
  3. C.You shall love your neighbour as yourself
  4. D.You shall not covet your neighbour's property.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (You shall love your neighbour as yourself)

Explanation

James calls 'You shall love your neighbour as yourself' the royal law (James 2:8).