Matthew 22:22

German Interlinear 1979 (Interlinearübersetzung)

Und gehört habend, wunderten sie sich und verlassen habend ihn, gingen sie weg.

Was bedeutet das?

This verse describes how the religious leaders were amazed and left Jesus after he answered their question about taxes without offending anyone. No one is speaking directly in this verse, but it summarizes a moment of realization for those who heard him.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine you're playing with your friends, and someone asks you a tricky question. You answer so smartly that everyone looks at you with big eyes, saying 'Wow!', then they just walk away amazed. That's what happened here with Jesus!

Historischer Hintergrund

Matthew wrote this passage around AD 80-90 for Jewish Christians in the Roman Empire. The setting involves Jesus facing religious leaders who try to trap him by asking about taxes paid to Romans, a contentious issue among Jews at that time.

Anwendung für heute

In modern times, when faced with difficult questions or confrontations, we can seek wisdom like Jesus did, answering truthfully and peacefully without escalation. This approach can disarm conflicts and lead to deeper understanding.

Themen

• wisdom
• conflict resolution
• integrity
• public speaking
• leadership

Verwandte Verse

• Mark 12:17
• Luke 20:26
• John 8:6-9
• Exodus 34:6-7
• Romans 13:1-7

Häufige Fragen

Why were they amazed by Jesus' words?

They were amazed because Jesus answered their tricky question about taxes in a way that was both truthful and avoided offending the Romans or Jewish people, showing great wisdom.

What does this verse teach us about dealing with difficult questions?

This verse teaches us to be wise and honest when answering tough questions. It also shows how remaining calm can help de-escalate tense situations.

Who are 'they' in this verse?

'They' refers to the religious leaders, specifically the Pharisees and Herodians, who had come to Jesus with a challenging question about taxes.

What does it mean that they went their way?

It means they left after hearing Jesus' answer. This implies they were satisfied or perhaps bewildered by his response and had nothing more to say.