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Jesus, the Exempt Son
Commentators unanimously agree that Jesus's main point is a profound claim about His identity. By using the analogy of earthly kings not taxing their own children, Jesus declares that He, as the unique Son of God, is exempt from the temple tax owed to His Father. This isn't just about money; it's a declaration of His divine Sonship and authority.
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AT Robertson
On Matthew 17:26
The sons (ο υιο). Christ, of course, and the disciples also in contrast with the Jews. Thus a reply to Peter's prompt "Yes." Logic…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 17:25–26
19th Century
Preacher
Peter saith unto him, Of strangers. Jesus saith unto him, Then are the children free.
Peter was in such a hurry to vindicate his Lo…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 17:26
Peter’s defense of Jesus is misguided. Once they are alone in the house, Jesus takes the initiative and asks Peter a provocative question about a c…
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John Gill
On Matthew 17:26
17th Century
Pastor
Peter says to him
The Vulgate Latin reads, "and he said": and so the Ethiopic, and Munster's Hebrew Gospel; but with…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 17:24–27
17th Century
Minister
Peter felt sure that his Master was ready to do what was right. Christ spoke first to give him proof that no thought can be withheld from him. We m…
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 17:14–26
13th Century
Philosopher
Here, He foretells the tranquility of glory, which is assaulted by diabolical possession and the disturbance of men. He foretells that the first as…