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JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2011 Question 7

Question 7

Parental Responsibility

Why was God angry with Eli?

  1. A.Eli's sons disregarded the people's warning
  2. B.Eli's sons were wicked people.
  3. C.Eli's sons dishonoured God and he treated them with levity.
  4. D.Eli's sons were appointed as priests against God's will.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Eli's sons dishonoured God and he treated them with levity.)

Explanation

God said Eli's sons were blaspheming Him and Eli did not restrain them (1 Samuel 2:29; 3:13). Eli's weak handling of their sin is why God was angry with him.