WAEC Christian Religious Studies 1993 Question 22

Question 22

Teachings of Jesus about Himself

The presence of Moses and Elijah in the Transfiguration of Jesus signifies that

  1. A.Moses and Elijah were still alive
  2. B.Jesus came to fulfil the law and the prohets
  3. C.Jesus' earthly ministry was permanent
  4. D.Jesus' teaching was to be obeyed
  5. E.Elijah reincarnated as John the Baptist.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Jesus came to fulfil the law and the prohets)

Explanation

Moses stands for the Law and Elijah for the Prophets; both appearing with Jesus shows He fulfils them (Matthew 17:3; 5:17).