According to Matthew's Gospel, Jesus instructed the Twelve in their mission not to enter Samaritan towns because

A.

The Samaritans were hostile to Jesus

B.

There was no Samaritan among the disciples

C.

At that time the Jews and the Samaritans were bitter enemies

D.

The Samaritans had no need of Jesus' healing power

E.

The Jews were to be the foundation of the Gospel message

Correct answer is E

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