JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2002 Question 8

Question 8

Moses and the Exodus

The LORD repented of the evil which He intended for His people because Moses

  1. A.reminded Him of His promise to Abraham, Isaac and Israel
  2. B.made the people drink of the water of the burnt calf
  3. C.burnt the golden calf which the people made
  4. D.broke the tablets out of his hands.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (reminded Him of His promise to Abraham, Isaac and Israel)

Explanation

After the golden calf, Moses pleaded with God and reminded Him of His oath to Abraham, Isaac and Israel, and the LORD repented of the evil (Exodus 32:13-14).