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WAEC Christian Religious Studies 2024 Question 45

Question 45

Trial and Death of Jesus

Eli Eli lama sabachthani. This citation by Jesus on the cross was construed to mean

  1. A.crying to God.
  2. B.calling on Elijah.
  3. C.calling Eli, the priest.
  4. D.crying to his mother.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (calling on Elijah.)

Explanation

Jesus cried "My God, my God", but some bystanders took it to mean He was calling Elijah (Matthew 27:46-47).