And when he came to his disciples, he saw a great multitude about them, and the scribes questioning with them.
And said unto him, By what authority do you these things? and who gave you this authority to do these things?
And when they were come, they said unto him, Teacher, we know that you are true, and care for no man: for you regard not the person of men, but teach the way of God in truth: Is it lawful to give tribute to Caesar, or not?
But there were certain of the scribes sitting there, and reasoning in their hearts,
But I say unto you, That Elijah has indeed come, and they have done unto him whatsoever they desired, as it is written of him.
And he went into the synagogue, and spoke boldly for the space of three months, arguing and persuading the things concerning the kingdom of God.
For consider him that endured such hostility of sinners against himself, lest you be wearied and faint in your minds.