Jesus prevented him] He knew what he would ask, and so shewed forth his divine power. of whom do the kings] Earthly kings take it not at least of their sons; and sure God then, in whose Name it is demanded, and as his due, would have his onely Son freed of it. Or, the emperour is but Gods deputie: if he free his own son. Gods onely Son should be free, sure, in his Father. Kingdom.