²⁵ “Yes, he does,” he replied.

When Peter went into the house, but before he had a chance to speak, Jesus asked him, “Simon, what is your opinion? From whom do the kings of the earth exact tolls and taxes—from their own sons or from others?” ²⁶ And when he said, “From others,” Jesus replied, “Then their sons are exempt. ²⁷ However, lest we give offense to them, go to the lake and cast a hook. Take the first fish that you catch and open its mouth. There you will find a silver coin. Take it and give it to them for me and for yourself.”