Matthew 22:22 Jesus teaches about the kingdom of heaven

22 When they heard this, they were amazed. So they left him and went away.

Meaning of Matthew 22:22

Matthew 22:22 captures the response to Jesus' profound wisdom in navigating a politically charged question. His answer not only disarms His challengers but also underscores His divine insight and authority, leaving His listeners in awe. This verse reminds us of the wisdom embodied in Christ, revealing the harmony between civic duties and spiritual devotion.

Cross References for Matthew 22:22

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John 7:15 - The Jews were amazed and asked, “How did this man get such learning without having studied?” Click to read the verse John 7:15 Click to read the verse John 7:15

Acts 6:10 - but they could not stand up against his wisdom or the Spirit by whom he spoke. Click to read the verse Acts 6:10 Click to read the verse Acts 6:10

Job 32:15 - “They are dismayed and have no more to say; words have failed them. Click to read the verse Job 32:15 Click to read the verse Job 32:15

Matthew 22:46 - No one could say a word in reply, and from that day on no one dared to ask him any more questions. Click to read the verse Matthew 22:46 Click to read the verse Matthew 22:46

Proverbs 26:4-5 - Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you will be like him yourself. Click to read the verse Proverbs 26:4-5 Click to read the verse Proverbs 26:4-5

Mark 12:17 - Then Jesus said to them, “Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s and to God what is God’s.” And they w... Click to read the verse Mark 12:17 Click to read the verse Mark 12:17

Matthew 22:33 - When the crowds heard this, they were astonished at his teaching. Click to read the verse Matthew 22:33 Click to read the verse Matthew 22:33

Luke 20:25-26 - “Caesar’s,” they replied. He said to them, “Then give to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God wh... Click to read the verse Luke 20:25-26 Click to read the verse Luke 20:25-26

Luke 20:26 - They were unable to trap him in what he had said there in public. And astonished by his answer,... Click to read the verse Luke 20:26 Click to read the verse Luke 20:26