Matthew 22:21

The Passion Translation

“Caesar’s,” they replied. Jesus said, “Precisely, for the coin bears the image of the emperor Caesar. Well, then, you should pay the emperor what is due to the emperor. But because you bear the image of God, give back to God all that belongs to him.”

Cross References

Proverbs 24:21

My child, stand in awe of Yahweh! Give counsel to others, but don’t mingle with those who are rebellious.

Matthew 22:20

“Now, tell me, whose head is on this coin and whose inscription is stamped on it?”

Matthew 22:37

Jesus answered him, “ ‘Love the Lord your God with every passion of your heart, with all the energy of your being, and with every thought that is within you.’

Matthew 4:10

But Jesus said, “Go away, Satan! For the Scriptures say: Kneel before the Lord your God and worship only him.”

Mark 12:17

Jesus said, “Precisely. The coin bears the image of the emperor Caesar, so you should pay the emperor his portion. But because you bear the image of God, you must give to God all that belongs to him.” And they were utterly stunned by Jesus’ words.

Luke 20:25

Jesus said, “Precisely. The coin bears the image of the Emperor Caesar, and you should give back to Caesar all that belongs to him. But you bear the image of God. So give back to God all that belongs to him.”

Luke 23:2

They accused him of false testimony, saying, “This man tells us not to pay our taxes to Caesar. And he proclaims himself to be Christ the King and Messiah. He’s a deceiver of our nation.”

Acts 4:19

But Peter and John replied, “You can judge for yourselves—is it better to listen to you or to God?

Acts 5:29

Peter and the apostles replied, “We must listen to and obey God more than pleasing religious leaders.

Romans 13:7

So it is your duty to pay all the taxes and fees that they require and to respect those who are worthy of respect, honoring them accordingly.