Matthew 17:26 - The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann

Bible Comments

The question of the Temple-tax:

Matthew 17:24-26

24 And when they were come to Capernaum, they that received tributea money came to Peter, and said, Doth not your master pay tribute?

25 He saith, Yes. And when he was come into the house, Jesus prevented him, saying,What thinkest thou, Simon? of whom do the kings of the earth take custom or tribute? of their own children, or of strangers?

26 Peter saith unto him, Of strangers. Jesus saith unto him,Then are the children free.