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Matthew 12:17

Matthew 12:17
That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying,

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

And in his name shall the Gentiles trust. The former part of the text is omitted, "he shall not fail, nor be discouraged, till he have set judgment in the earth"; but is inserted in Munster's Hebrew…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Matthew 12:14-21

This account is found also in Mar 3:6-12. Mat 12:14 The Pharisees ... held a council ... - Mark adds that the Herodians also took a part in this plot. They were probably a “political” party attached…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Matthew 12:14-21

As in the midst of Christ's greatest humiliations, there were proofs of his dignity, so in the midst of his greatest honours, he gave proofs of his humility; and when the mighty works he did gave him…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

spoken by Esaias the prophet Isa 42:3. The original is not accurately followed; the words are probably quoted from memory.