Question 25
Punishment and HopeAccording to Jeremiah, the people of Israel were in exile because of their
- A.maltreatment of the poor.
- B.unfaithfulness and faithlessness.
- C.impatience and immorality.
- D.rebellion against Nebuchadnezzar.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (unfaithfulness and faithlessness.)
Explanation
Jeremiah repeatedly calls Israel “faithless” for forsaking the LORD and serving other gods, and says that is why they would serve strangers in a foreign land (Jeremiah 3:6-10; 5:19).