
ALT JOKE-OGRAPHY: In this cartoon, a Pharisee poses the infamous tax question and Jesus poses His infamous answer (from Matthew 22:15-22). The Pharisee then ponders. "Render unto Caesar what is Caesar's," means they should pay the coins made in Caesar's image to Caesar. That's logical. But the Pharisee wonders about the next part: "Render unto God what is God's." He wonders aloud, "But what's made in GOD'S image?" The second Pharisee behind him remembers Genesis 1:26 and pieces it together: Jesus is implying that humans, being made in God's image, should devote themselves to God -- a calling much more consequential than earthly taxes. This isn't groundbreaking theology, but it IS a poetic reminder of mankind's connection and duty to their Creator, which should be of more concern to the Jews than their taxes. This whole thing sends the Pharisee spiraling when all he wanted to do was talk about taxes and ruin Jesus's career. Better luck next time, friend!


























