How can it be said? For notes on this question about the Messiah, see Matthew 22:41-46. The Jews did not expect the Messiah to be divine [God in human form]. But they did expect him to be David’s descendant, which he was.
Bibliographical Information Ice, Rhoderick D. "Commentary on Luke 20". "The Bible Study New Testament". https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ice/luke-20.html. College Press, Joplin, MO. 1974.
Verses 1-8
1–8.
Tell us, what right do you have? A man must have authority to do what Jesus did. See notes on Matthew 21:23-27.
Verses 9-19
9–19.
A man planted a vineyard. See notes on this parable in Matthew 21:33-46. The Jewish leaders rejected every prophet God sent them!
Verses 20-26
20–26.
Tell us, is it against our Law? For notes on this question about paying taxes, see Matthew 22:15-22.
Verses 27-40
27–40.
Some Sadducees came to Jesus. For notes on this question about Rising from Death, see Matthew 22:23-33.
Verses 41-44
41–44.
How can it be said? For notes on this question about the Messiah, see Matthew 22:41-46. The Jews did not expect the Messiah to be divine [God in human form]. But they did expect him to be David’s descendant, which he was.
Verses 45-47
45–47.
Watch out for the teachers of the Law. See notes on Jesus’ warning in Matthew 23:5-14.