Mark 12:17
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Mark 12:17 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Mark 12:17 is a verse from the book of Mark in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "And Jesus answering said unto them, Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's...." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Mark 12:17 — KJV
“And Jesus answering said unto them, Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's. And they marvelled at him.”
— Mark 12:17 (KJV)
Mark 12:17 in Context — About the Book of Mark
Mark is the action Gospel — the shortest, fastest account, where Jesus heals, delivers, and teaches with immediate authority. Written for believers under Roman persecution, it presents the Son of God as the suffering servant who came not to be served, but to serve and give His life.
Cross-References for Mark 12:17
“They say unto him, Caesar's. Then saith he unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which are Caesar's; and unto God the things that are God's.”
Shares key themes with Mark 12:17: render, caesar, things
“And he said unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which be Caesar's, and unto God the things which be God's.”
Shares key themes with Mark 12:17: render, caesar, things
“But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.”
Shares key themes with Mark 12:17: jesus, things, god
“Now when the centurion, and they that were with him, watching Jesus, saw the earthquake, and those things that were done, they feared greatly, saying, Truly this was the Son of God.”
Shares key themes with Mark 12:17: jesus, things, god
“And Jesus answering said unto him, It is said, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God.”
Shares key themes with Mark 12:17: jesus, answering, god
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