The meaning of “κῆνσος”
Understanding kēnsos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
of Latin origin tribute. - properly, an enrollment ("census"), i.e. (by implication) a tax
κῆνσος
of Latin origin tribute. - properly, an enrollment ("census"), i.e. (by implication) a tax
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 17:25 | “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?” Word: κῆνσος (kēnsos) | |
| Matthew 22:17 | “Tell us therefore, What thinkest thou? Is it lawful to give tribute unto Cesar, or not?” Word: κῆνσος (kēnsos) | |
| Matthew 22:19 | “Shew me the tribute money. And they brought unto him a penny.” Word: κῆνσος (kēnsos) | |
| Mark 12:14 | “And when they were come, they say unto him, Master, we know that thou art true, and carest for no man: for thou regardest not the person of men, but teachest the way of God in truth: Is it lawful to give tribute to Cesar, or not?” Word: κῆνσος (kēnsos) |