Matthew 22:19 Meaning
Shew me the tribute money. And they brought unto him a penny.
Context Explained
17Tell us therefore, What thinkest thou? Is it lawful to give tribute unto Caesar, or not?
18But Jesus perceived their wickedness, and said, Why tempt ye me, ye hypocrites?
19Shew me the tribute money. And they brought unto him a penny.
20And he saith unto them, Whose is this image and superscription?
21They say unto him, Caesar's. Then saith he unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which are Caesar's; and unto God the things that are God's.
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Related Cross References
Mark 12:15
Both accounts recount Jesus' response to a question about paying taxes.
Romans 13:6
Paul explains the necessity of submitting to governing authorities, including tax obligations.
Matthew 17:24-27
This earlier passage shows Jesus addressing the issue of temple tax.
Source: Matthew 22:19