2027 JAMB UTME Updated Christian Religious Studies Syllabus

JAMB Christian Religious Studies (CRS) PDF Overview

2027 JAMB UTME Updated Christian Religious Studies Syllabus

Key Objectives of the Examination

1. Factual Mastery: Test candidates’ detailed knowledge of scriptural passages, historical contexts, and key biblical figures.
2. Theological Understanding: Assess candidates’ comprehension of God’s covenant relationship with humanity, divine justice, leadership responsibilities, and redemption.
3. Moral & Contemporary Application: Evaluate how candidates apply biblical ethical principles to contemporary personal, social, and national issues within Nigeria.

Detailed JAMB CRS Syllabus Breakdown

2027 JAMB UTME Updated Christian Religious Studies Syllabus

Section 1: Themes from the Creation to the Division of the Kingdom

• The Creation and Fall of Man:
  • Creation of the Universe and Humanity: Genesis 1 & 2.
  • The Fall of Man and its Consequences: Genesis 3.
  • Cain and Abel: Genesis 4.
• God’s Covenant with Abraham:
  • Call of Abraham and God’s Promises: Genesis 12:1-9.
  • The Covenant and Circumcision: Genesis 17:1-27.
  • Sacrifice of Isaac: Genesis 22:1-19.
• Leadership Roles in Israel:
  • Joseph as a Leader: Genesis 37; 39-45.
  • Moses as a Deliverer and Lawgiver: Exodus 2; 3; 14; 20.
  • Joshua as a Successor to Moses: Joshua 1:1-9; 24.
  • Deborah as a Judge: Judges 4:1-24.

2027 JAMB UTME Updated Christian Religious Studies Syllabus

• The Kingship in Israel:
  • Demand for a King and Saul’s Reign: 1 Samuel 8; 9; 10; 15.
  • David’s Rise, Reign, and Covenant: 1 Samuel 16; 2 Samuel 5; 7.
  • Solomon’s Wisdom and Downfall: 1 Kings 3; 11.

Section 2: Themes from the Division of the Kingdom to the Return from Exile

• Division of the Kingdom:
  • Rehoboam and Jeroboam: 1 Kings 12.
• Religious Reforms and Conflicts:
  • Elijah and the Baal Worship: 1 Kings 16:29-34; 17; 18; 19.
  • Josiah’s Religious Reforms: 2 Kings 22; 23:1-30.
• Concern for One’s Nation:
  • Nehemiah’s Rebuilding of Jerusalem’s Walls: Nehemiah 1; 2; 4.
  • Ezra’s Religious Revival: Ezra 7; Nehemiah 8.
• Social Justice and True Religion:
  • Amos on Social Justice and True Worship: Amos 2:6-8; 4; 5; 8.
  • Hosea on God’s Love and Israel’s Unfaithfulness: Hosea 1; 2; 3; 6.

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Section 3: Themes from the Four Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles

• The Birth and Early Life of Jesus:
  • Annunciations and Birth Narratives: Matthew 1; Luke 1; 2.
  • The Baptism and Temptation of Jesus: Matthew 3; 4:1-11; Luke 3; 4:1-13.
• The Ministry of Jesus:
  • Call of the Disciples: Matthew 4:18-22; Mark 1:16-20.
  • The Sermon on the Mount: Matthew 5; 6; 7.
  • Miracles of Jesus: Power over nature, disease, demons, and death.
  • Parables of Jesus: Parables of the Kingdom, Grace, and Judgment.
• The Passion, Resurrection, and Ascension:
  • Triumphal Entry and Last Supper: Matthew 21:1-11; 26:17-30.
  • Trial, Crucifixion, and Burial: Matthew 27.
  • Resurrection and Ascension: Matthew 28; Luke 24; Acts 1:1-11.
• The Early Church:
  • Holy Spirit at Pentecost: Acts 2.
  • Fellowship and Growth of the Early Church: Acts 2:41-47; 4:32-37.
  • Persecution and Expansion: Acts 6; 7; 8; 9.

Section 4: Selected Themes from the Epistles

2027 JAMB UTME Updated Christian Religious Studies Syllabus

• Justification by Faith: Romans 3:21-31; 5:1-11.
• Law and Grace: Romans 6; 8:1-11.
• New Life in Christ: Colossians 3:1-17; 2 Corinthians 5:17.
• Christian Living in the Community: Romans 12; 13; 1 Peter 2:11-25.
• Spiritual Gifts and Unity: 1 Corinthians 12; 13.
• Humility and Service: Philippians 2:1-11.

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2027 JAMB UTME Updated Christian Religious Studies Syllabus