Matthew 12:17 net — This fulfilled what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah:

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"This fulfilled what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah:"

— Matthew 12:17, NET Bible

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Matthew 12 — Context

14

But the Pharisees went out and plotted against him, as to how they could assassinate him.

15

God’s Special Servant Now when Jesus learned of this, he went away from there. Great crowds followed him, and he healed them all.

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But he sternly warned them not to make him known.

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This fulfilled what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah:

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“Here is my servant whom I have chosen, the one I love, in whom I take great delight. I will put my Spirit on him, and he will proclaim justice to the nations.

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He will not quarrel or cry out, nor will anyone hear his voice in the streets.

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He will not break a bruised reed or extinguish a smoldering wick, until he brings justice to victory.

Matthew 12:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Matthew 12:17 say?
Matthew 12:17 in the NET Bible reads: “This fulfilled what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah:”
Where is Matthew 12:17 in the Bible?
Matthew 12:17 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Matthew, chapter 12, verse 17.
Who wrote Matthew?
Matthew is traditionally attributed to Matthew (Levi), tax-collector turned apostle. It was written c. AD 50–70.
What is the book of Matthew about?
Matthew presents Jesus as the long-awaited Jewish Messiah — son of David, son of Abraham, fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets. Structured around five great teaching blocks including the Sermon on the Mount, it ends with the risen King commissioning his disciples to make disciples of all nations.
What are the major themes of Matthew?
Matthew explores themes including Kingdom of Heaven, Messiah, Fulfillment, Discipleship, Great Commission. These themes shape the meaning and context of Matthew 12:17.
What translation should I read Matthew 12:17 in?
Matthew 12:17 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Matthew 12:17?
Matthew 12:17 reads (NET): “This fulfilled what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah:” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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