JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2010 Question 22

Question 22

True Religion and Social Justice

"...But let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an overflowing stream."
Amos' statement above suggests that the society was terribly

  1. A.vindictive
  2. B.abusive
  3. C.oppressive
  4. D.destructive.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (oppressive)

Explanation

Amos called for justice because the rich were oppressing the poor and taking bribes in the courts (Amos 5:11-12, 24).