In Luke 20:22, the religious leaders attempted to trap Jesus by asking whether it was lawful to pay taxes to Caesar. Jesus astutely responded by asking to see a denarius, pointing out Caesar's image on it and instructing to give to Caesar what belongs to him and to God what belongs to Him. This response not only avoided the trap set by the Pharisees and scribes but also emphasized the importance of honoring both earthly authorities and God, highlighting the balance between civic duties and spiritual obligations in the lives of believers.