Concept:Jesus used the phrase “salt of the earth” to describe the character and mission of His closest followers in the Sermon on the Mount.
Explanation:In Matthew 5:13, Jesus says, “You are the salt of the earth.”
He was speaking directly to His disciples while teaching the crowd on the mountain.
Salt represents purity, preservation, and value, showing that believers are meant to influence the world positively.
In this context, “you” refers to the disciples whom Jesus had chosen and was training.
The other options do not fit this specific reference.
“Those who are meek” are mentioned in the Beatitudes as blessed people, but they are not called the salt of the earth.
The Scribes were religious teachers challenged by Jesus, and those condemned for His sake are promised reward, but neither group is identified by this title.
Therefore, the only correct group meant by Jesus is His disciples.
Answer:A. His disciples.