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A Prophecy for All Nations
Commentators explain that Matthew is quoting Isaiah 42. While Isaiah says 'the isles shall wait for his law,' Matthew writes 'in his name shall the Gentiles hope.' Scholars clarify that 'isles' often meant 'Gentiles' or distant nations, and trusting in Christ's 'name' (His person and work) is the same as waiting for His 'law' (His teaching). This shows Jesus fulfilling the promise that salvation was for all people.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 12:21
18th Century
Theologian
And in his name, etc. The Hebrew in Isaiah is, And the isles shall wait for his law. The idea is, however, the same. The isles de…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 12:21
19th Century
Preacher
Because He is so kind, the despised Gentile dogs shall come and crouch at His feet and love Him as their Master. He shall be the hope of those who …
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 12:21
This quotation from Isa 42:1–4 is the longest one in Matthew. Jesus is God’s “chosen” (GK 1721) or elect Servant, the one on whom God has poured ou…
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John Calvin
On Matthew 12:21
16th Century
Theologian
And in his name shall the Gentiles trust. Instead of these words the prophet has, The isles shall wait for his law. But though Ma…
John Gill
On Matthew 12:21
17th Century
Pastor
And in his name shall the Gentiles trust .
The former part of the text is omitted, "he shall not fail, nor be discou…
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…