Question 42
Pentecost and the Early ChurchThe replacement of Judas Iscariot was necessary because the
- A.death of Judas Iscariot was premature
- B.twelve disciples represented the twelve tribes of Israel
- C.prophesies of the scripture needed to be fulfilled
- D.status quo of the twelve must be maintained
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (prophesies of the scripture needed to be fulfilled)
Explanation
Peter said the scripture had to be fulfilled: "His office let another take" (Acts 1:16, 20).