κῆνσος
kēnsos
“tax”
Definition
properly, an enrollment ("census"), i.e. (by implication) a tax
of Latin origin;
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word, saying, account
Grammar & Morphology
Noun (Masculine)
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Occurrences
κῆνσος appears 4 times in the New Testament.
Distribution by Book
Key Passages
“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?”
So tell us what You think: Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar or not?”
Show Me the coin used for the tax.”And they brought Him a denarius.
“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?”
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