Matthew 17:27

lest we should offend, &c. But, not (Greek. me. App-105 .) to give them an occasion of offence (either by neglecting their duty or by traducing the Lord). See Matthew 18:6 .

an hook. A weighted line with several hooks, rapidly drawn through the water, is employed to-day at Tiberias. Greek. agkistron. Occurs only here.

a piece of money. Greek. stater : i.e. a shekel. Occurs only here.