JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2008 Question 7

Question 7

Mission to the Gentiles

What was the mission of Saul to Damascus?

  1. A.He was on a business trip.
  2. B.To persecute the Christians.
  3. C.to convert people to Christianity.
  4. D.To visit his family.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (To persecute the Christians.)

Explanation

Saul carried letters from the high priest to arrest followers of the Way in Damascus and bring them bound to Jerusalem (Acts 9:1-2).