JAMB UTME - Christian Religious Studies - 1991

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When the disciples thought that the kingdom of God was to appear immediately, Jesus told them the parable of the pounds. This parable is also known as the parable of the talents in another gospel account. In this parable, a nobleman goes on a journey and entrusts his servants with a sum of money (pounds or talents) to invest while he is away. When he returns, he calls his servants to account for their investments. The ones who invested wisely and made a profit were rewarded, while the one who buried the money was punished. This parable teaches us that we are all given talents and resources by God, and we will be held accountable for how we use them. It also emphasizes the importance of being faithful and diligent in our service to God, even in the face of delay or uncertainty regarding the coming of the kingdom.

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The miracle which Jesus performed on the sabbath was the healing of the man with the withered hand. This event is recorded in the gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. The Pharisees were watching Jesus closely, hoping to catch Him breaking the Sabbath law by healing someone on the Sabbath. Jesus, knowing their thoughts, called the man with the withered hand forward and asked the Pharisees whether it was lawful to do good on the Sabbath or to do evil, to save life or to kill. When they did not answer, Jesus healed the man's hand, and it was completely restored. The Pharisees were angry and began to plot against Jesus, but the people were amazed at what they had seen. This miracle demonstrated Jesus' power and authority and also revealed the hypocrisy of the religious leaders who were more concerned with their traditions than with the well-being of others.

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According to the Bible, in the book of Matthew, Jesus Christ said, "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the sons of God." This means that those who make peace between people and bring harmony to conflict situations are considered to be blessed and favored by God. The phrase "sons of God" implies a close relationship with God and a sharing in His divine nature. Therefore, being called the "sons of God" indicates that peacemakers will enjoy a special relationship with God and receive His approval. Additionally, the statement "they shall inherit the earth" can be interpreted as meaning that peacemakers will be rewarded with prosperity and blessings in this life as well as in the life to come. In summary, the statement "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the sons of God" means that those who work to bring peace and harmony to others will receive God's blessings and be rewarded with a close relationship with Him, as well as prosperity and blessings in this life and the next.

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Jesus began to teach His disciples about His suffering, rejection, crucifixion, and resurrection after Peter's Confession. This event occurred in the region of Caesarea Philippi, where Jesus asked His disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" Peter replied, "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God." After this, Jesus began to tell His disciples that He would suffer at the hands of the elders, chief priests, and scribes, be killed, and on the third day be raised. This marked a turning point in Jesus' ministry, as He began to prepare His disciples for what was to come in the days ahead.

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The occasion referred to in the above statement is when the Lord fought for the people of Israel by drowning the Egyptian army in the Red Sea. In the book of Exodus, the Israelites were being pursued by the Egyptians, but God performed a miracle by parting the Red Sea and allowing the Israelites to cross on dry ground. However, when the Egyptians attempted to follow, the waters closed in on them, drowning them all. Therefore, the statement "The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be still" was Moses' encouragement to the Israelites as they witnessed the miraculous defeat of their enemies.

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This riddle was first explained to Samson's wife. Samson, a biblical figure, had posed this riddle to his wedding guests, promising them a reward if they could solve it. The riddle refers to a lion that Samson had killed, and later, bees had made a hive inside its carcass, producing honey. Samson's wife found out the answer from him and told it to the guests, resulting in Samson losing the bet. This story is recorded in the book of Judges, chapter 14, in the Bible.

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This pledge was made to Joshua by the Reubenites, the Gadites, and part of the tribe of Manasseh. In the Bible, the book of Joshua recounts the Israelites' conquest of Canaan under the leadership of Joshua, who succeeded Moses. The Reubenites, Gadites, and part of the tribe of Manasseh were assigned land on the east side of the Jordan River, but before they settled there, they pledged to help their fellow Israelites conquer the land on the west side of the river. They promised Joshua that they would obey him just as they had obeyed Moses and follow him wherever he led them. This story emphasizes the importance of unity and cooperation among God's people.

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The message of the risen Christ to the woman who came early to the tomb was to be relayed to the disciples and to Peter. After Jesus was crucified and buried, some women went to the tomb and found it empty. An angel appeared to them and told them that Jesus had risen from the dead. The angel instructed them to go and tell the disciples, specifically mentioning Peter by name. Peter had denied Jesus three times before his crucifixion, and Jesus may have wanted to reassure him of his forgiveness and continued love. This story is recorded in the Bible, in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke.

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"To your tents, O Israel" was a signal for a rebellion. In the Bible, this phrase is mentioned in the context of a revolt led by Jeroboam, who rebelled against King Rehoboam, the son of Solomon. After Solomon's death, the kingdom of Israel was divided into two parts, with Jeroboam ruling over ten tribes and Rehoboam over two. However, Rehoboam's harsh policies led to discontent among the people, and Jeroboam seized the opportunity to rebel against him. When Rehoboam mobilized his army to suppress the rebellion, the prophet Shemaiah advised him to desist, and the phrase "To your tents, O Israel" was used as a rallying cry for Jeroboam's followers. This led to a split in the kingdom and a period of division and conflict between Israel and Judah.

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Jesus gave the sign of Jonah to the Pharisees to indicate His death and resurrection. The Pharisees asked Jesus to show them a sign from heaven to prove his authority, but Jesus refused to give them a sign except for the sign of Jonah. Jonah was a prophet who was swallowed by a great fish and was in the belly of the fish for three days and three nights before being spit out alive. Jesus used this story as a metaphor for His own death and resurrection. He would be buried for three days, just as Jonah was in the belly of the fish, and then rise from the dead. This was the ultimate sign of His authority and messianic role, and it confirmed His claims to be the Son of God.

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The person who was unfaithful to her husband as Israel was to God is Gomer. She was the wife of the prophet Hosea, and their marriage was a picture of God's relationship with His unfaithful people, Israel. Gomer's unfaithfulness to her husband and her eventual return to him through Hosea's love and forgiveness represented Israel's unfaithfulness to God and God's love and mercy towards them. Gomer's story is found in the book of Hosea in the Old Testament, where God instructs Hosea to take Gomer as his wife, even though He knew she would be unfaithful. This was to demonstrate God's enduring love for His people, even when they are disobedient and unfaithful to Him.

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This verse is connected with Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem. It is a quote from the crowd who welcomed Jesus as he entered the city riding on a donkey, just a few days before his crucifixion. The people were excited and full of hope that Jesus would be their king and liberator from the Roman Empire. They shouted, "Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord! Peace in heaven and glory in the highest!" This event is also known as Palm Sunday, and it is celebrated by Christians around the world as the start of Holy Week.

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The statement "I have no silver and gold, but I gave you what I have in the name of Christ of Nazareth, walk" was said by Peter to a lame man who was sitting at the gate called Beautiful. This incident is recorded in the book of Acts in the Bible. Peter and John were on their way to the temple when they saw a lame man sitting at the gate called Beautiful, who was begging for money. The man had been lame since birth and was carried to the gate every day to beg for alms. Peter, moved with compassion, said to the man that he had no silver or gold to give him, but what he had he would give in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. He then commanded the man to rise up and walk, and the man was healed instantly. The man went into the temple with Peter and John, leaping and praising God. This miracle caused a great commotion and drew a large crowd to the temple, where Peter preached the Gospel and many people were saved.

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The statement, "Your blood be upon your heads! I am innocent. From now on I will go to the Gentiles," was made by Paul. To provide some context, this statement was made by Paul during his trial before the Jewish council in Jerusalem. Paul had been preaching the gospel to both Jews and Gentiles, and some of the Jewish leaders were angry with him for what they saw as a betrayal of their traditions. During the trial, Paul gave a passionate defense of his actions, but when he realized that his words were not having the desired effect, he made the statement in question. Essentially, he was saying that he had done nothing wrong, and that the responsibility for any harm that came as a result of his preaching would be on the heads of those who opposed him. He then declared that he would turn to the Gentiles, meaning that he would focus his efforts on preaching to non-Jewish people instead. This was a significant shift in his ministry, as up until that point he had primarily been preaching to Jews. Overall, this statement reflects Paul's commitment to spreading the gospel message, even in the face of opposition and persecution.

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Saul and Barnabas were sent on their mission by the church at Antioch. The church at Antioch was one of the earliest and most important centers of Christianity outside of Jerusalem. It was there that the followers of Jesus were first called Christians, and it became a hub for evangelism and missionary work. The leaders of the church at Antioch, including Barnabas and Saul (who later became known as Paul), were praying and fasting when the Holy Spirit spoke to them and set them apart for a special mission. The church at Antioch then laid hands on them and sent them on their way. This mission, which is often referred to as Paul's first missionary journey, was the beginning of a new phase in the spread of Christianity throughout the Roman Empire.

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According to Mark's Gospel, the first miracle of Jesus was healing a man with an unclean spirit. Jesus was preaching in a synagogue in Capernaum when a man possessed by an unclean spirit cried out, "What have you to do with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are—the Holy One of God!" Jesus rebuked the unclean spirit and commanded it to come out of the man, and the man was healed. The people were amazed and said, "What is this? A new teaching with authority! He commands even the unclean spirits, and they obey him." This miracle showed Jesus' power and authority over evil spirits, and it was the first of many miracles that he performed during his ministry.

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After the flood, God gave Noah a commandment that he should not eat the flesh of animals that still have blood in them. This means that Noah and his descendants were not allowed to consume meat that had not been properly drained of its blood. This commandment is recorded in the book of Genesis, chapter 9, and it is considered to be one of the seven Noahide Laws that apply to all of humanity.

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The Jews asked Jesus whether they should pay taxes or not to entrap Him in His talk. They hoped to catch Jesus saying something that would get Him in trouble with the Roman authorities or upset His followers.

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Pharaoh oppressed the Israelites because he feared that they might become too numerous and join his enemies to fight him. According to the book of Exodus in the Bible, the Israelites had settled in Egypt during a time of famine and had become prosperous. This worried the new Pharaoh, who did not remember Joseph or the Israelites' contribution to Egypt's prosperity. To control their population, he ordered them to be enslaved and worked them harshly. He also ordered the midwives to kill all male infants at birth, but they defied him, and the Israelites continued to grow in number. This led to further oppression and eventually, the Exodus, where God delivered the Israelites from slavery in Egypt.

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The statement "Behold, I am bringing upon Jerusalem and Judah such evil that the ears of every one who hears of it will tingle" was said because of the sins of the kings of Judah, particularly Manasseh and his descendants, including Amon and Zedekiah. Manasseh had committed many atrocities, including worshiping false gods and sacrificing his own children, and his descendants continued in his wicked ways. As a result, God brought judgment upon Jerusalem and Judah, which ultimately led to their destruction.

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Moses could not enter the Promised Land because he disobeyed God. According to the biblical narrative, Moses was chosen by God to lead the Israelites out of Egypt and to the Promised Land. However, when they reached the border of the land, Moses disobeyed God's command to speak to a rock to bring forth water, instead of striking it with his staff as he had done before. Because of his disobedience, God told Moses that he would not be allowed to enter the Promised Land but would die in the wilderness. Therefore, the correct option is "did not give due regard to God."

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The Israelite king during the period of drought was Ahab. The statement quoted is made by the prophet Elijah in the Bible in 1 Kings 17:1. Elijah was a prophet during the reign of King Ahab, who was known for his wickedness and disobedience to God. In response to Ahab's sins, Elijah prophesied that there would be a drought in the land of Israel, and that there would be no dew or rain except by his words. This drought lasted for three years, and it was a punishment from God for the sins of Ahab and his people. So, the answer is B: Ahab.

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According to the Bible, Rahab the harlot assisted the Israelite spies as they prepared to attack Jericho. The story goes that Joshua, the leader of the Israelites, sent two spies to scout out the city of Jericho before the Israelites invaded. The spies stayed at Rahab's house, which was built into the city wall, and she hid them from the king of Jericho's men who were searching for them. Rahab had heard about the Israelites and believed that their God was the true God, so she made a deal with the spies. She agreed to help them escape in exchange for her safety and the safety of her family when the Israelites attacked. The spies agreed, and when the Israelites attacked Jericho, Rahab and her family were spared. The story of Rahab is told in the book of Joshua in the Bible.

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The prayer quoted in the question above was made by Hezekiah. The prayer is recorded in the Bible in the book of 2 Kings and the book of Isaiah. In this particular prayer, Hezekiah pleads with God to hear the words of Sennacherib, the king of Assyria, who was mocking the living God. Hezekiah was the king of Judah, and he prayed to God for protection from the Assyrian army, which had invaded Judah. This prayer was made during a time of great distress and danger, and Hezekiah was calling upon God to intervene and save his people from their enemies.

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Elkanah gave Hannah only one portion of the sacrifice because she was childless, and he wanted to show her favor and support. In their culture, being childless was seen as a significant hardship, and Elkanah wanted to demonstrate his love and care for Hannah by giving her a double portion of the sacrifice. This was a way of showing that he was sensitive to her needs and that he wanted to provide for her as much as possible.

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During Paul's trial by the Tribune, he brought a division between the Pharisees and Sadducees by mentioning the issue of the Resurrection. The Pharisees believed in the resurrection of the dead, while the Sadducees did not. By bringing up the issue of the resurrection, Paul caused a division between the two groups, which allowed him to escape harm from his accusers. This event is described in the book of Acts in the Bible, specifically in Acts 23.

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According to the Bible, the Israelites were delivered into the power of Midian for seven years for offending God. The Israelites had been worshipping false gods and disobeying God's commands, so God allowed the Midianites to oppress them as a punishment. The Midianites would come and destroy the Israelites' crops and livestock, leaving them with nothing. Eventually, the Israelites cried out to God for help, and God sent them a deliverer named Gideon. With God's help, Gideon was able to defeat the Midianites and restore peace to Israel. The story of Gideon and the Midianites is told in the book of Judges in the Bible.

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Having a good knowledge of the scriptures is NOT a condition for being a disciple of Jesus. While having knowledge of the scriptures is important, it is not a prerequisite for becoming a disciple of Jesus. Instead, Jesus called on his followers to deny themselves, take up their cross daily, and confess Him as Lord. This means that being a disciple of Jesus requires a willingness to surrender our own desires and submit to God's will, to endure hardships and suffering, and to openly acknowledge our faith in Jesus Christ. These conditions reflect a deep commitment to following Jesus and living a life that is pleasing to God.

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This vision is associated with the prophet Isaiah. The book of Isaiah starts with this statement, "In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up; and the train of his robe filled the temple." This vision marks the beginning of Isaiah's prophetic ministry and sets the tone for the rest of the book. In this vision, Isaiah sees the Lord sitting on a throne, surrounded by angels, and he is overwhelmed by the majesty and holiness of God. This vision shapes Isaiah's message to the people of Judah, urging them to turn back to God and warning them of the consequences of their disobedience.

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The experience described in this statement happened in the city of Philippi. Paul and his companion Silas were beaten and imprisoned publicly, even though they were Roman citizens and had not been condemned. Later, they were released from prison, but were asked to leave the city secretly. This incident is described in the book of Acts in the Bible, specifically in chapter 16, verses 22-40.

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Herod was very glad to see Jesus at the trial because he hoped to see Jesus perform some miracles. Herod was the ruler of Galilee and had heard of the miracles that Jesus had performed, such as healing the sick and feeding the hungry. He was curious to see Jesus perform some of these miracles for himself. However, Jesus remained silent during the trial, refusing to perform any miracles or answer Herod's questions. Eventually, Herod and his soldiers mocked Jesus and sent him back to Pilate.

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"Let peoples serve you, and nations bow down to you" is a statement made by Isaac. In the Bible, Isaac is the son of Abraham and the father of Jacob. When Isaac was old and blind, he wanted to give his blessing to his firstborn son Esau. However, Jacob, with the help of his mother Rebekah, tricked Isaac into giving him the blessing instead. As a result, Esau was angry and vowed to kill Jacob. To protect Jacob, Rebekah sent him away to her brother Laban's house. On the way, Jacob had a dream in which God appeared to him and reaffirmed the promises that he had made to Abraham and Isaac. In this dream, God said to Jacob, "Let peoples serve you, and nations bow down to you. Be lord over your brothers, and may your mother's sons bow down to you" (Genesis 27:29, NRSV). This promise was part of the covenant that God had made with Abraham and Isaac, and it was eventually fulfilled when Jacob became the father of the twelve tribes of Israel.

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According to the Bible, God revealed to Solomon that the kingdom would be divided after him because he worshipped other gods. Despite his wisdom, Solomon turned away from God and began to worship the gods of his many wives. As a result, God warned Solomon that his kingdom would be taken away and divided among his rivals. This prophecy was fulfilled after Solomon's death, as his son Rehoboam struggled to hold the kingdom together, leading to a division between the northern and southern tribes of Israel.

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