nsb - Matthew:22:15-22

nsb@Matthew:22:15 @ The Pharisees took counsel how they might trap him in his talk.

nsb@Matthew:22:16 @ They sent their disciples with the Herodians to Jesus. They said: »Teacher we know you are truthful. You teach the way of God in truth. And you are not partial to the influence of men.

nsb@Matthew:22:17 @ »Tell us what you think? Is it lawful to pay the poll tax to Caesar, or not?«

nsb@Matthew:22:18 @ Jesus perceived their wickedness. He said: »Why do you test me, you hypocrites?

nsb@Matthew:22:19 @ »Show me the tribute money.« They brought a penny to him.

nsb@Matthew:22:20 @ He asked: »Whose image and superscription is on this coin?«

nsb@Matthew:22:21 @ »Caesars,« they said. Then he said: »Pay Caesar the things that are Caesars. Pay God the things that are Gods.«

nsb@Matthew:22:22 @ When they heard it, they were amazed and left him.