Isaiah 42:3
The bruised reed he will not break, and the smoldering wick he will not extinguish. He will lead forth judgment unto truth.
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Psalms 72:2But my feet were nearly moved; my steps had nearly slipped.
Psalms 103:13You irrigate the mountains from your heights. The earth will be satiated from the fruit of your works,
Isaiah 2:4And he will judge the nations, and he will rebuke many peoples. And they shall forge their swords into plowshares, and their spears into sickles. Nation will not lift up sword against nation, neither will they continue to train for battle.
Isaiah 35:3Strengthen the lax hands, and confirm the weak knees!
Isaiah 40:29It is he who gives strength to the weary, and it is he who increases fortitude and strength in those who are failing.
Matthew Henry on Isaiah 42:2-5
The Messiah's Approach. ( b. c. 708.) 1 Behold my servant, whom I uphold; mine elect, in whom my soul delighteth; I have put my spirit upon him: he shall bring forth judgment to the Gentiles. 2 He shall not cry, nor lift up, nor cause his voice to be heard in the street. 3 A bruised reed shall he not break, and the smoking flax shall he not quench: he shall bring forth judgment unto truth. 4 He shall not fail nor be discouraged, till he have set judgment in the earth: and the isles shall wait for his law. We are… Read the whole commentary →