And when He came to the disciples, He saw a large crowd around them, and scribes disputing with them.
And they said to Him, "By what authority are You doing these things? And who gave You this authority to do these things?"
And they came and said to Him, "Teacher, we know that You are true, and it does not make a difference to you about anyone; for You do not look on the face of men, but you teach the way of God in truth. Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, or not?
And some of the scribes were sitting there and reasoning in their hearts,
But I say to you that indeed Elijah has come, and they did to him whatever they wished, just as it is written concerning him."
And he entered into the synagogue and spoke boldly for three months, debating and persuading the things concerning of the kingdom of God.
For consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself, lest you be weary and discouraged in your souls.