WAEC Christian Religious Studies 1991 (August) Question 21

Question 21

Triumphal Entry and Cleansing of the Temple

Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem was to manifest that he was

  1. A.the all - conquering Messiah
  2. B.the earthly king of the Jews
  3. C.the humble Messiah of peace
  4. D.going to his death
  5. E.the son of David.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (the humble Messiah of peace)

Explanation

Riding on a donkey showed a humble king who brings peace, not war (Matthew 21:5; Zechariah 9:9).