JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2020 Question 32

Question 32

Baptism and Temptation of Jesus

Though Herod wanted to put John the Baptist to death, he was however, afraid of the people because they held him to be

  1. A.Priest
  2. B.Fore-runner of Jesus Christ
  3. C.Preacher
  4. D.Prophet
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Prophet)

Explanation

Herod wanted to kill John but feared the people "because they held him to be a prophet" (Matthew 14:5).