JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2007 Question 50

Question 50

True Religion and Social Justice

'"Hear this word, you cows of Bashan..."'
Cows of Bashan in the statement above refers to the

  1. A.priests of Samaria
  2. B.oppressed in Samaria
  3. C.women of Samaria who oppressed the poor
  4. D.influential business people of Samaria.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (women of Samaria who oppressed the poor)

Explanation

Amos 4:1 addresses the rich women of Samaria who oppress the poor and crush the needy.