JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2003 Question 29

Question 29

Discipleship

'"...Go and learn what this means, 'I desire mercy and not sacrifice' ...."' What event preceded the statement made by Jesus above?

  1. A.Healing of the lepers
  2. B.Eating with tax collectors
  3. C.Call of the twelve apostles
  4. D.Deliverance of the demoniac.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Eating with tax collectors)

Explanation

After calling Matthew, Jesus ate with tax collectors and sinners; when the Pharisees complained, He answered with these words (Matthew 9:10-13).