The Anointing at Bethany foreshadowed which event?

• A. His resurrection.
• B. His crucifixion but not burial.
• C. His burial and extravagant love.
• D. His ascension.

Answer: (C)

The Anointing at Bethany focuses on death prepared for and love poured out. When Mary anoints Jesus with an expensive perfume, Jesus explicitly says she has anointed his body beforehand for burial. That direct link shows the act is a prefiguration of his burial, not just a general moment of praise or an event like resurrection or ascension. The lavish perfume underscores the value placed on Jesus and the depth of devotion poured out, which together point to the significance of his upcoming death and burial. So the best choice combines burial with extravagant love—the act is understood as both a preparation for burial and an expression of costly devotion.