Matthew 12:17-21
12:18 a This quotation parallels Jesus’ baptism (3:13-17 b).• Justice (or judgment) can have positive or negative implications; the context here favors a positive meaning (12:20 c; cp. 23:23 d).
12:20 e Instead of increasing people’s spiritual burden, Jesus offers compassionate forgiveness and sustenance (see 11:28-30 f; 12:1-14 g).
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