Matthew 12:20

A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 12:20

BSB
A bruised reed He will not break, and a smoldering wick He will not extinguish, till He leads justice to victory.
AKJV
A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment to victory.
CPDV
He shall not crush the bruised reed, and he shall not extinguish the smoking wick, until he sends forth judgment unto victory.
ERV
A bruised reed shall he not break, And smoking flax shall he not quench, Till he send forth judgment unto victory.
NHEB
He won't break a bruised reed. And he won't put out a smoldering wick, until he leads justice to victory.
SMT
He shall not break a bruised reed, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he should draw forth judgment to victory.

Commentary for Matthew 12:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Matthew 12:20
Summary
Gentle compassion continues until final victory achieved
Event
Description of merciful judge
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Prophecy