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Matthew 12:18

Matthew 12:18
Behold my servant, whom I have chosen; my beloved, in whom my soul is well pleased: I will put my spirit upon him, and he shall shew judgment to the Gentiles.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

And all the people were amazed,.... At the cure; it was such an instance of divine power, and so glaring a proof, that the person who wrought it was more than a man, and must be the Messiah. This is…

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

my servant Israel as a nation is called the servant of Jehovah, Isa 41:8. Here the same title is given to Jesus, as the representative of the nation.

judgment The Hebrew word is used in a wider sense…