And they asked him, saying, Master, we know that thou sayest and teachest rightly, neither acceptest thou the person of any, but teachest the way of God truly:
So they came up to him and were like, 'Teacher, we know you always tell it like it is and teach the truth. You don't play favorites or try to impress anyone, you just teach God's way straight up.'
They buttered him up by saying he was the real deal who never sugarcoated God's truth.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of Luke 20, Jesus is in the Jerusalem temple facing opposition from religious leaders, specifically spies sent by the chief priests and scribes who are trying to trap him with questions. These spies begin by flattering Jesus, acknowledging his impartial teaching of God's way, as a tactic to catch him off guard during a time of increasing tension leading up to his crucifixion. This scene reflects the broader conflict between Jesus and the Jewish authorities, who viewed his truthful ministry as a challenge to their authority.
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