WAEC Christian Religious Studies 2011 Question 23

Question 23

Birth and Early Life of Jesus

The presentation of Myrrh to Jesus signifies Jesus'

  1. A.humility and servanthood.
  2. B.suffering and impending death.
  3. C.lordship on earth.
  4. D.kingship and messiahship.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (suffering and impending death.)

Explanation

Myrrh was used in burial (John 19:39), so the wise men's gift is seen as pointing to His suffering and death (Matthew 2:11).