JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2001 Question 21

Question 21

Punishment and Hope

What acts of righteousness did Isaiah admonish his people to demonstrate?

  1. A.helping the poor and offering sacrifices
  2. B.learning to do good and seeking justice
  3. C.defending the orphans and respecting the widows
  4. D.avoiding evil and praying for others.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (learning to do good and seeking justice)

Explanation

Isaiah told the people, 'cease to do evil, learn to do good; seek justice' (Isaiah 1:16-17). God had rejected their sacrifices.