Luke 20:23 cpdv — But realizing their deceitfulness, he said to them: “Why do you test me?

Catholic Public Domain Version

"But realizing their deceitfulness, he said to them: “Why do you test me? "

— Luke 20:23, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Luke 20 — Context

20

And being attentive, they sent traitors, who would pretend that they were just, so that they might catch him in his words and then hand him over to the power and authority of the procurator.

21

And they questioned him, saying: “Teacher, we know that you speak and teach correctly, and that you do not consider anyone’s status, but you teach the way of God in truth.

22

Is it lawful for us to pay the tribute to Caesar, or not?”

23

But realizing their deceitfulness, he said to them: “Why do you test me?

24

Show me a denarius. Whose image and inscription does it have?” In response, they said to him, “Caesar’s.”

25

And so, he said to them: “Then repay the things that are Caesar’s, to Caesar, and the things that are God’s, to God.”

26

And they were not able to contradict his word before the people. And being amazed at his answer, they were silent.

Luke 20:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 20:23 say?
Luke 20:23 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “But realizing their deceitfulness, he said to them: “Why do you test me? ”
Where is Luke 20:23 in the Bible?
Luke 20:23 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 20, verse 23.
Who wrote Luke?
Luke is traditionally attributed to Luke the physician, companion of Paul. It was written c. AD 60–62.
What is the book of Luke about?
Luke writes "an orderly account" of Jesus' life from a careful historian's pen, with special attention to the poor, the outsider, women, prayer, and the Holy Spirit. From the angelic announcements at the beginning to the Emmaus road at the end, Luke shows Jesus as the Savior of the world.
What are the major themes of Luke?
Luke explores themes including Salvation for All, Holy Spirit, Prayer, Compassion, Joy. These themes shape the meaning and context of Luke 20:23.
What translation should I read Luke 20:23 in?
Luke 20:23 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Luke 20:23?
Luke 20:23 reads (CPDV): “But realizing their deceitfulness, he said to them: “Why do you test me? ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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