Which tax collector sought to see Jesus by climbing a tree?

Which tax collector sought to see Jesus by climbing a tree?

• A. Peter
• B. Zacchaeus
• C. Nicodemus
• D. Matthew

Answer: (B)

The idea being tested is recognizing the person who sought to meet Jesus in a memorable, visible way. Zacchaeus, a chief tax collector in Jericho, heard Jesus was passing through and climbed a sycamore tree to get a better view because he was short and the crowd blocked his way. Jesus sees him, calls him by name, and goes to stay at Zacchaeus’ house that day, showing that Jesus welcomes those who seek him, even respected social outcasts. Zacchaeus responds with true change—promising to give half of his possessions to the poor and to repay fourfold anyone he cheated—demonstrating authentic faith. The other figures mentioned are connected to different stories and don’t fit the tree-climbing scene.

The idea being tested is recognizing the person who sought to meet Jesus in a memorable, visible way. Zacchaeus, a chief tax collector in Jericho, heard Jesus was passing through and climbed a sycamore tree to get a better view because he was short and the crowd blocked his way. Jesus sees him, calls him by name, and goes to stay at Zacchaeus’ house that day, showing that Jesus welcomes those who seek him, even respected social outcasts. Zacchaeus responds with true change—promising to give half of his possessions to the poor and to repay fourfold anyone he cheated—demonstrating authentic faith. The other figures mentioned are connected to different stories and don’t fit the tree-climbing scene.