JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2004 Question 13

Question 13

Saul and the Monarchy

King Saul ordered that those who had opposed his ascent to the throne should not be put to death because

  1. A.they had been reconciled with him
  2. B.God had wrought deliverance in Israel
  3. C.God had forgiven their evil intentions
  4. D.they had fought bravely in battle.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (God had wrought deliverance in Israel)

Explanation

After the victory over the Ammonites Saul said no one should be put to death that day, for the LORD had wrought deliverance in Israel (1 Samuel 11:13).