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Matthew 12:17 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Matthew 12:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 12 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying,”
Matthew 12:17 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 12:17
Matthew states 'That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying.' This introduces quotation from Isaiah 42:1-4. Matthew frequently demonstrates Jesus fulfills Old Testament prophecy—his Gospel contains over 60 Old Testament citations. The formula 'that it might be fulfilled' (ἵνα πληρωθῇ/hina plērōthē) indicates divine purpose: Jesus's actions weren't accidental but fulfillment of God's prophesied plan. Reformed theology emphasizes this: redemption unfolds according to eternal divine plan (Ephesians 1:4-5, Acts 2:23). Jesus is the goal toward which all Old Testament p...
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Cross-References for Matthew 12:17
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“the former things have happened”
“which he spoke”
“and performs the counsel of his messengers; who says of Jerusalem”
“saying”
“that it might be fulfilled which was spoken through the prophet”
“to whom the word of God came (and the Scripture can't be broken)”
“that all things which are written may be fulfilled.”
“and their rulers”