κῆνσος, -ου, ὁ (Lat. census), a poll-tax: Mat.17:25 22:17, Mrk.12:14 (WH, mg., ἐπικεφάλαιον); τ. νόμισμα τοῦ κ., Mat.22:19 (see MM, Exp., xv).† (AS)
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G2778 — κῆνσος
kēnsos · tax · Greek
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Matthew 17:25 · κῆνσον;“Yes,” he answered. When Peter entered the house, Jesus preempted him. “What do you think, Simon?” He asked. “From whom do the kings of the earth collect customs and taxes: from their own sons, or from others?”Matthew 22:17 · κῆνσονSo tell us what You think: Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar or not?”Matthew 22:19 · κήνσου.Show Me the coin used for the tax.” And they brought Him a denarius.Mark 12:14 · κῆνσον“Teacher,” they said, “we know that You are honest and seek favor from no one. Indeed, You are impartial and teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar or not? Should we pay them or not?”