G2778 — kensos
The entry below is Strong’s own definition (1890, public domain), and every verse where the word occurs.
kensos — pronounced kane'-sos
of Latin origin; properly, an enrollment ("census"), i.e. (by implication) a tax:--tribute.
4 occurrences in the KJV.
Matthew 17:25
He saith, Yes. And when he was come into the house, Jesus prevented him, saying, What thinkest thou, Simon? of whom do the kings of the earth take custom or tribute? of their own children, or of strangers?
Matthew 22:17
Tell us therefore, What thinkest thou? Is it lawful to give tribute unto Caesar, or not?
Matthew 22:19
Shew me the tribute money. And they brought unto him a penny.
Mark 12:14
And when they were come, they say unto him, Master, we know that thou art true, and carest for no man: for thou regardest not the person of men, but teachest the way of God in truth: Is it lawful to give tribute to Caesar, or not?
