Mark 12:15 · KJV

"Shall we give, or shall we not give? But he, knowing their hypocrisy, said unto them, Why tempt ye me? bring me a penny, that I may see it."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹³And they send unto him certain of the Pharisees and of the Herodians, to catch him in his words.

¹⁴And when they were come, they say unto him, Master, we know that thou art true, and carest for no man: for thou regardest not the person of men, but teachest the way of God in truth: Is it lawful to give tribute to Caesar, or not?

¹⁵Shall we give, or shall we not give? But he, knowing their hypocrisy, said unto them, Why tempt ye me? bring me a penny, that I may see it.

¹⁶And they brought it. And he saith unto them, Whose is this image and superscription? And they said unto him, Caesar's.

¹⁷And Jesus answering said unto them, Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's. And they marvelled at him.

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Reflection Questions

How do you recognize hypocrisy in yourself or others?

What does it mean for you to be genuine in your actions?

When have you felt tempted to act hypocritically?

Life Application

integrity

Strive to be authentic in your faith and actions, avoiding hypocrisy.

self-reflection

Regularly examine your motives to ensure they align with your values.

People in This Verse

JesusNT

The central figure of Christianity, believed to be the Son of God and the Savior of humanity through His death and resurrection.

First appearance: Matthew 1:1

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The city where the Temple was located, serving as the center of Jewish worship and religious authority.

Connection to Jesus

direct teaching

Jesus addresses the hypocrisy of the religious leaders who attempt to trap Him with their questions, showcasing His wisdom in handling their deceit.

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