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that it might be fulfilled which was spoken through Isaiah the prophet, saying,
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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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18th Century
Presbyterian
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 …
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…
19th Century
Anglican
That it might be fulfilled — The quotation of Isaiah 42:1 is applied here to our Lord’s restraint and quietness. It is not taken f…
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Baptist
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…
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 (…
16th Century
Protestant
That it might be fulfilled which was spoken: Matthew does not mean that this prediction was entirely fulfilled by Christ’s prohibiting lou…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias theprophet, saying .] ([Referen…
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…
