The passage about the tribute money is found in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. In these verses, the Pharisees and Herodians try to trap Jesus by asking him whether it is lawful to pay taxes to Caesar. Jesus responds by asking whose image is on the coin, and when they answer "Caesar's," he tells them to give to Caesar what is his and to God what is God's.

This passage is important because it illustrates Jesus' wisdom and ability to navigate difficult situations. It also teaches the importance of obeying earthly authorities while also remaining faithful to God. A helpful daily application for readers is to consider how they can honor both God and earthly authorities in their daily lives, and to remember that ultimately our allegiance is to God above all else. The similarities in all three narratives highlight the significance of this interaction with the Pharisees and Herodians, emphasizing the timeless lesson of balancing worldly obligations with spiritual priorities.