UI Post-UTME Christian Religious Studies 2025 (Model questions) Question 5

Question 5

Jesus and the Religious Leaders

The Jewish ruling council consisting of 71 members was known as the

  1. A.Sanhedrin.
  2. B.Synagogue.
  3. C.Sanhedriu.
  4. D.Pharisees
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Sanhedrin.)

Explanation

The Sanhedrin was the supreme Jewish council of 70 elders plus the high priest.