Question 45
Persecution of the Early ChurchKing Herod arrested Peter because
- A.he hated the apostle.
- B.he was the leader of the apostles.
- C.he was very notorious.
- D.James' death pleased the Jews.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (James' death pleased the Jews.)
Explanation
"When he saw that it pleased the Jews, he proceeded to arrest Peter also" (Acts 12:3).