Luke 20:21 Meaning
And they asked him, saying, Master, we know that thou sayest and teachest rightly, neither acceptest thou the person of any, but teachest the way of God truly:
Context Explained
19And the chief priests and the scribes the same hour sought to lay hands on him; and they feared the people: for they perceived that he had spoken this parable against them.
20And they watched him, and sent forth spies, which should feign themselves just men, that they might take hold of his words, that so they might deliver him unto the power and authority of the governor.
21And they asked him, saying, Master, we know that thou sayest and teachest rightly, neither acceptest thou the person of any, but teachest the way of God truly:
22Is it lawful for us to give tribute unto Caesar, or no?
23But he perceived their craftiness, and said unto them, Why tempt ye me?
Key Themes
Related Cross References
John 7:24
Jesus teaches not to judge by appearances, aligning with His emphasis on truth.
Acts 10:34
Peter acknowledges that God shows no favoritism, reflecting Jesus' teaching.
Matthew 22:16
The Pharisees recognized Jesus' truthful teaching, similar to their acknowledgment in this verse.
Source: Luke 20:21