WAEC Christian Religious Studies 2007 Question 21

Question 21

Birth and Early Life of Jesus

"Lord now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace,… for mine eyes have seen thy salvation". This statement was made by

  1. A.Joseph
  2. B.Mary
  3. C.Elizabeth
  4. D.Simeon.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Simeon.)

Explanation

Simeon said this when he held the baby Jesus in the temple (Luke 2:25-30).