Matthew Henry Presbyterian @wholebiblehenry

When the enemies of Christ, who thirsted for his blood, could not find occasion against him from what he said against them, they tried to ensnare him by putting questions to him. Here we have him tempted, or attempted rather, with a question about the lawfulness of paying tribute to Caesar. We had this narrative, Mat 22:15. I.

Commenting on Mark 12:13-17

John Gill Reformed Baptist @doctorgill

Shall we give, or not give?.... They not only ask whether it was lawful, but whether also it was advisable to do it, that they might not only accuse him of his principles, but charge him with persuading, or dissuading in this case.

Albert Barnes Presbyterian @notesbybarnes

Verses 13-17. and Verse 13. (y) "And they send"