New International Version He saw through their duplicity and said to them, New Living Translation He saw through their trickery and said, English Standard Version But he perceived their craftiness, and said to them, Berean Standard Bible But Jesus saw through their duplicity and said to them, Berean Literal Bible But having perceived their craftiness, He said to them, King James Bible But he perceived their craftiness, and said unto them, Why tempt ye me? New King James Version But He perceived their craftiness, and said to them, “Why do you test Me? New American Standard Bible But He saw through their trickery and said to them, NASB 1995 But He detected their trickery and said to them, NASB 1977 But He detected their trickery and said to them, Legacy Standard Bible But He perceived their craftiness and said to them, Amplified Bible But He saw through their trickery and said to them, Berean Annotated Bible But Jesus saw through their duplicity and said to them, Christian Standard Bible But detecting their craftiness, he said to them, Holman Christian Standard Bible But detecting their craftiness, He said to them, American Standard Version But he perceived their craftiness, and said unto them, Contemporary English Version Jesus knew they were trying to trick him. So he told them, English Revised Version But he perceived their craftiness, and said unto them, GOD'S WORD® Translation He saw through their scheme, so he said to them, Good News Translation But Jesus saw through their trick and said to them, International Standard Version But he discerned their craftiness and responded to them, NET Bible But Jesus perceived their deceit and said to them, New Heart English Bible But he perceived their craftiness, and said to them, Webster's Bible Translation But he perceived their craftiness, and said to them, Why tempt ye me? Weymouth New Testament But He saw through their knavery and replied, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut Jesus saw through their duplicity and said to them, “Why do you test Me? World English Bible But he perceived their craftiness, and said to them, “Why do you test me? Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd He, having perceived their craftiness, said to them, “Why do you tempt Me? Berean Literal Bible But having perceived their craftiness, He said to them, Young's Literal Translation And he, having perceived their craftiness, said unto them, 'Why me do ye tempt? Smith's Literal Translation And having perceived their craft, he said to them, Why tempt ye me? Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut he considering their guile, said to them: Why tempt you me? Catholic Public Domain Version But realizing their deceitfulness, he said to them: “Why do you test me? New American Bible Recognizing their craftiness he said to them, New Revised Standard Version But he perceived their craftiness and said to them, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut he understood their craftiness and said, Why do you tempt me? Aramaic Bible in Plain English “But he perceived their cunning and he said, “Why are you testing me?” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentBut he perceived their cunning, and said to them: Why do you tempt me? Godbey New Testament And He knowing their rascality, said to them, Haweis New Testament Then he, aware of their crafty design, said unto them, Why tempt ye me? Mace New Testament but Jesus perceiving their malicious design, said to them, why do you practise upon me? Weymouth New Testament But He saw through their knavery and replied, Worrell New Testament But, perceiving their craftiness, He said to them, Worsley New Testament But He perceived their craftiness, and said unto them, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Paying Taxes to Caesar…22Is it lawful for us to pay taxes to Caesar or not?” 23But Jesus saw through their duplicity and said to them, 24“Show Me a denarius. Whose image and inscription are on it?” “Caesar’s,” they answered.… Cross References But Jesus saw through their duplicity Matthew 22:18 But Jesus knew their evil intent and said, “You hypocrites, why are you testing Me? Mark 12:15 But Jesus saw through their hypocrisy and said, “Why are you testing Me? Bring Me a denarius to inspect.” John 2:24-25 But Jesus did not entrust Himself to them, for He knew them all. / He did not need any testimony about man, for He knew what was in a man. and said to them, Matthew 9:4 But Jesus knew what they were thinking and said, “Why do you harbor evil in your hearts? Mark 2:8 At once Jesus knew in His spirit that they were thinking this way within themselves. “Why are you thinking these things in your hearts?” He asked. John 6:61 Aware that His disciples were grumbling about this teaching, Jesus asked them, “Does this offend you? John 8:6 They said this to test Him, in order to have a basis for accusing Him. But Jesus bent down and began to write on the ground with His finger. 1 Samuel 16:7 But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or height, for I have rejected him; the LORD does not see as man does. For man sees the outward appearance, but the LORD sees the heart.” Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart. Jeremiah 17:10 I, the LORD, search the heart; I examine the mind to reward a man according to his way, by what his deeds deserve. Psalm 44:21 would not God have discovered, since He knows the secrets of the heart? Proverbs 15:11 Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the LORD—how much more the hearts of men! 1 Chronicles 28:9 As for you, Solomon my son, know the God of your father and serve Him wholeheartedly and with a willing mind, for the LORD searches every heart and understands the intent of every thought. If you seek Him, He will be found by you; but if you forsake Him, He will reject you forever. Matthew 12:25 Knowing their thoughts, Jesus said to them, “Every kingdom divided against itself will be laid waste, and every city or household divided against itself will not stand. John 6:64 However, there are some of you who do not believe.” (For Jesus had known from the beginning which of them did not believe and who would betray Him.) Acts 1:24 And they prayed, “Lord, You know everyone’s heart. Show us which of these two You have chosen Treasury of Scripture But he perceived their craftiness, and said to them, Why tempt you me? he. Luke 5:22 But when Jesus perceived their thoughts, he answering said unto them, What reason ye in your hearts? Luke 6:8 But he knew their thoughts, and said to the man which had the withered hand, Rise up, and stand forth in the midst. And he arose and stood forth. Luke 11:17 But he, knowing their thoughts, said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and a house divided against a house falleth. Why. Luke 20:20 And they watched him, and sent forth spies, which should feign themselves just men, that they might take hold of his words, that so they might deliver him unto the power and authority of the governor. Luke 11:16,53,54 And others, tempting him, sought of him a sign from heaven… Psalm 95:9 When your fathers tempted me, proved me, and saw my work. Jump to Previous Craftiness Deceit Detected Duplicity Knavery Perceived Perceiving Tempt Test Trick TrickeryJump to Next Craftiness Deceit Detected Duplicity Knavery Perceived Perceiving Tempt Test Trick TrickeryLuke 20 1. Jesus confirms his authority by a question of John's baptism.9. The parable of the vineyard. 19. Of giving tribute to Caesar. 27. He instructs the Sadducees, who denied the resurrection. 41. How Jesus is the Son of David. 45. He warns his disciples to beware of the scribes. But Jesus saw through their duplicity He knew that the spies’ question about paying taxes to Caesar was designed to trap Him, not to seek truth. If He opposed the tax, they could accuse Him before Roman authorities; if He supported it, they hoped to discredit Him before the people. Their outward respect concealed hostility and hypocrisy. Mat 22:18 But Jesus knew their evil intent and said, “You hypocrites,… and said to them, Jesus answered with authority, exposing their scheme and turning their attempt to ensnare Him into a lesson about the proper claims of earthly government and the greater claims of God. Mat 9:4 But Jesus knew what they were thinking and said,… Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure in this passage, Jesus is teaching in the temple courts and is approached by religious leaders attempting to trap Him with a question about paying taxes to Caesar. 2. Pharisees and Herodians These groups, often at odds with each other, unite in their opposition to Jesus. They attempt to ensnare Him with a politically charged question. 3. Denarius A Roman coin used during the time of Jesus, bearing the image of Caesar. It becomes a focal point in Jesus' teaching about civic duty and allegiance. 4. Temple Courts The setting of this encounter, where Jesus is teaching and where the religious leaders confront Him. 5. Caesar The Roman emperor, whose image on the denarius symbolizes the political authority of Rome over the Jewish people. Teaching Points Discernment in DeceptionJesus demonstrates divine discernment by seeing through the deceitful intentions of the Pharisees and Herodians. As believers, we are called to seek wisdom and discernment through the Holy Spirit to navigate situations where others may have hidden agendas. Allegiance and Authority Jesus' response about the denarius teaches us about the balance between our earthly responsibilities and our ultimate allegiance to God. We are to respect and fulfill our civic duties while recognizing that our highest loyalty is to God's kingdom. Wisdom in Speech Jesus' answer is a model of wisdom and tact. He avoids the trap set for Him and provides a profound teaching. We should strive to speak with wisdom and grace, especially when faced with challenging questions or situations. Image and Identity The denarius bears Caesar's image, but we are made in the image of God. This reminds us of our identity and purpose as God's creation, called to reflect His character in the world. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Luke 20:23?2. How does Luke 20:23 demonstrate Jesus' awareness of others' intentions? 3. What can we learn from Jesus' response to "their duplicity" in Luke 20:23? 4. How does Luke 20:23 connect with Proverbs 21:30 about divine wisdom? 5. How can we apply Jesus' discernment in Luke 20:23 to daily interactions? 6. What strategies can we use to recognize deceit, as Jesus did in Luke 20:23? 7. How does Luke 20:23 demonstrate Jesus' awareness of human intentions and deceit? 8. What historical context surrounds the events leading to Jesus' response in Luke 20:23? 9. How does Luke 20:23 reflect Jesus' wisdom in handling traps set by religious leaders? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 20? (23) Their craftiness.--The Greek noun does not appear in the other Gospels, but is used four times by St. Paul, as in 2Corinthians 4:2; Ephesians 4:14.Luke 20:23 captures the Lord’s flawless discernment and fearless engagement. Jesus, fully aware of hidden motives, exposes hypocrisy and answers with wisdom, demonstrating His divine authority and offering a pattern for His followers: trust His full knowledge, walk in integrity, and speak truth with grace. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Butδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. [Jesus] saw through Κατανοήσας (Katanoēsas) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2657: To take note of, perceive, consider carefully, discern, detect, make account of. From kata and noieo; to observe fully. their αὐτῶν (autōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. duplicity πανουργίαν (panourgian) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3834: Shrewdness, skill; hence: cunning, craftiness. From panougos; adroitness, i.e. trickery or sophistry. [and] said εἶπεν (eipen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2036: Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say. to πρὸς (pros) Preposition Strong's 4314: To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. them, αὐτούς (autous) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Plural Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. Additonal Resources Luke 20:23 Blue Letter BibleLuke 20:23 Bible Gateway Luke 20:23 Bible.com Luke 20:23 NIV |
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