GCSE Philosophy and Ethics Practice Exam

To whom was the revelation first given according to the New Testament?

1. The apostles

2. The disciples

3. The Pharisees

4. The Romans

The correct answer is: The apostles

The correct answer is that the revelation was first given to the apostles. In the context of the New Testament, the apostles were the primary recipients of Jesus' teachings and the events of his life, including his resurrection. They played a crucial role in spreading the message of Christianity after Jesus' ascension. While the disciples, who were learners and followers of Jesus, included many of the apostles, the term "apostles" specifically refers to those appointed by Jesus to be his closest followers and messengers. The Pharisees were a religious group within Judaism who often had opposing views to Jesus and his teachings. The Romans, being the governing power at the time, were not involved as recipients of the revelation but were rather a backdrop to the events unfolding in the New Testament narrative. Thus, the apostles' unique role as the appointed leaders and witnesses makes them the correct choice.