WAEC Christian Religious Studies 2026 Question 8

Question 8

Joshua and the Judges

The laying of hands by Moses on Joshua during his commission symbolizes the act of

  1. A.blessing the recipient
  2. B.casting out demons
  3. C.strengthening the recipient
  4. D.transferring authority
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (transferring authority)

Explanation

Moses laid his hands on Joshua and invested him with some of his authority (Numbers 27:20-23).