JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1999 Question 37

Question 37

Triumphal Entry and Cleansing of the Temple

According to Mark, after Jesus has triumphantly entered Jerusalem, He

  1. A.went first into the temple
  2. B.went to Bethany with the twelve
  3. C.wept over the city and prophesied its destruction
  4. D.addressed the Pharisees who had asked Him to rebuke His disciples.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (went first into the temple)

Explanation

Mark says Jesus entered Jerusalem and went into the temple, looked round, then went out to Bethany (Mark 11:11).