Matthew 12:20
A bruised reed he will not break, and smoking flax he will not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory.
Noyes Bible
In The King James Version
In Context
19He will not strive, nor cry aloud, nor will any one hear his voice in the streets.
21And in his name will nations hope.”
Cross References
Psalms 98:1“A psalm.” Sing to the LORD a new song; For he hath done marvellous things; His own right hand and his holy arm have gotten him the victory!
Isaiah 40:11He shall feed his flock like a shepherd; He shall gather up the lambs in his arms, And carry them in his bosom, And gently lead the nursing ewes.
Isaiah 57:15For thus saith the high and lofty One That inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy: I dwell in the high and holy place; With him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit; To revive the spirit of the humble, And to revive the heart of the contrite ones.
Lamentations 3:31For the Lord will not cast off forever;
Matthew 11:28Come to me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Matthew Henry on Matthew 12:15-22
The Malice of the Pharisees; Christ Withdraws Himself. 14 Then the Pharisees went out, and held a council against him, how they might destroy him. 15 But when Jesus knew it, he withdrew himself from thence: and great multitudes followed him, and he healed them all; 16 And charged them that they should not make him known: 17 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, 18 Behold my servant, whom I have chosen; my beloved, in whom my soul is well pleased: I will put my spirit upon him,… Read the whole commentary →