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A Different Kind of King
Commentators explain that Matthew quotes Isaiah 42 to correct the common expectation of a warrior Messiah. Jesus's quiet withdrawal and gentle nature were not signs of weakness but the direct fulfillment of prophecy. He was foretold to be a humble servant, not a loud, earthly conqueror, revealing a kingdom built on truth and the Spirit, not political power.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 12:17
18th Century
Theologian
That it might be fulfilled, and so on. Matthew here quotes a passage from Isaiah 43:1-4 to show the reason why he so retired …
AT Robertson
On Matthew 12:17
That it might be fulfilled (ινα πληρωθη). The final use of ινα and the sub-final just before (verse 16). The passage quoted is Isa…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 12:17–19
19th Century
Preacher
It is in Isaiah 42:1-4 that we read words which are quoted in their full sense, if not literally, by the evangelist. The Servant of God, elect, bel…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 12:17
Jesus often withdrew when opposition became intense (cf. 4:12; 14:13; 15:21; 16:5); at least that was his custom until the appointed hour arrived (…
John Calvin
On Matthew 12:17
16th Century
Theologian
That it might be fulfilled which was spoken: Matthew does not mean that this prediction was entirely fulfilled by Christ’s prohibiting lou…
John Gill
On Matthew 12:17
17th Century
Pastor
That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the
prophet, saying .
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Matthew Henry
On Matthew 12:14–21
17th Century
Minister
The Pharisees took counsel to find some accusation, that Jesus might be condemned to death. Aware of their design, as his time was not yet come, he…