Matthew 22:20 Meaning
And he saith unto them, Whose is this image and superscription?
Context Explained
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.
22When they had heard these words, they marvelled, and left him, and went their way.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 22:21
Jesus' question about the image on the coin leads to a teaching on giving to God what belongs to Him.
Genesis 1:26
The image on the coin can be paralleled with humanity being made in God's image.
Luke 20:24
Luke's account also emphasizes the importance of recognizing rightful authority.
Source: Matthew 22:20