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Matthew 22:15–22 and the Question of Taxes

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In a world filled with questions about authority, loyalty, and responsibility, the Gospel of Matthew offers a moment that invites deep reflection—one that is just as relevant today as it was in Jesus’ time. Matthew 22:15–22 presents a scene charged with political tension, spiritual insight, and the timeless wisdom of Christ.

“Then the Pharisees went out and laid plans to trap him in his words.” —Matthew 22:15

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The Pharisees, threatened by Jesus’ growing influence, attempt to corner Him with a question about Roman taxes. Together with the Herodians—strange bedfellows for this moment—they craft a trap designed to discredit Jesus. Either He risks offending the Roman authorities or alienates the Jewish people. They ask:

“Tell us then, what is your opinion? Is it right to pay the imperial tax to Caesar or not?” —Matthew 22:17

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But Jesus, ever discerning, knows their intentions. With quiet authority, He asks for a coin used to pay the tax and inquires:

“Whose image is this? And whose inscription?”
‘Caesar’s,’ they replied.
Then he said to them, ‘So give back to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s.’” —Matthew 22:20–21

This reply silences them. In a single sentence, Jesus affirms the legitimacy of human government while reminding us of a deeper, divine allegiance. Taxes may belong to Caesar, but the soul, the heart, the very image of humanity belongs to God.

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In this brief yet profound exchange, Jesus avoids the trap not by dodging the question but by elevating the conversation. His wisdom reminds us that while Christians live in this world and are subject to its laws, our ultimate loyalty belongs to the Kingdom of Heaven.

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This passage is not merely about money or taxes. It speaks to the Christian calling to discern where our true treasure lies (Matthew 6:21). Jesus reframes the debate from politics to purpose: we were made in God’s image (Genesis 1:27), and our lives are owed to Him.

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Today, many of us wrestle with similar questions: How should we interact with government systems? Where do we draw the line between civil duty and spiritual integrity? The answer remains the same—render to Caesar what is his, but never forget to render to God what is His.

Matthew 22:15–22 invites believers to live wisely, serve faithfully, and honor God in all things. In doing so, we reflect not just obedience, but worship.

“When they heard this, they were amazed. So they left him and went away.” —Matthew 22:22

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And perhaps we, too, walk away amazed—humbled by His truth, and renewed in our desire to give God our all.

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