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Matthew 12:14
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But the Pharisees went out and plotted against him, how they might kill him.
Then the Pharises went out, and held a counsell against him, how they might destroy him.
But the Pharisees went out and conspired against him, how to destroy him.
But the Pharisees went out and conspired against Him, as to how they might destroy Him.
But the Pharisees left and made plans to kill Jesus.
But the Pharisees went out and conspired against Him, discussing how they could destroy Him.
Then the Pharises went out, & consulted against him, howe they might destroy him.
But the Pharisees went out and conspired against Him, as to how they might destroy Him.
But going out, the Pharisees took counsel together against Him, as to how they might destroy Him.
But the Pharisees went out and conspired to kill Jesus.
The Pharisees left and started making plans to kill Jesus.
But the P'rushim went out and began plotting how they might do away with Yeshua.
But the Pharisees, having gone out, took counsel against him, how they might destroy him.
But the Pharisees left and made plans to kill Jesus.
And the Pharisees went out, and they took counsel concerning him, so as to do away with him.
Then the Pharisees left and made plans to kill Jesus.
But the Pharisees went out and plotted against him in order that they could destroy him.
But as they were leaving, the Pharisees took up a council against Him, how they might destroy Him.
But the Pharisees went out, and took counsel against him, how they might destroy him.
But the Pharisees went out and made designs against him, how they might put him to death.
But the Perushim went out, and took counsel against him, how they might destroy him.
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And the Pharisees went out and held a consultation against him, that they might destroy him.
Then the Pharisees went out, and helde a counsayle agaynst him, howe they might destroy hym.
But the Pharisees went out, and took counsel against him, how they might destroy him.
But the Pharisees went out, and took counsel against him, how they might destroy him.
Then the Pharisees went out, and took counsel against him, how they might kill him.
But the Pharisees after leaving the synagogue consulted together against Him, how they might destroy Him.
And the Farisees wenten out, and maden a counsel ayens hym, hou thei schulden distrie hym.
But the Pharisees went out, and took counsel against him, how they might destroy him.
Then the Pharisees went out, and held a council against him, how they might destroy him.
But the Pharisees went out and plotted against him, as to how they could assassinate him.
Then the Pharisees went out and plotted against Him, how they might destroy Him.
Then the Pharisees called a meeting to plot how to kill Jesus.
The proud religious law-keepers went out and made plans against Him. They planned how they might kill Him.
But the Pharisees went out and conspired against him, how to destroy him.
And the Pharisees, going forth, took, counsel, against him, to the end that, him, they might destroy.
And the Pharisees going out made a consultation against him, how they might destroy him.
But the Pharisees went out and took counsel against him, how to destroy him.
Then ye Pharyses wet out and helde a cousell agaynst hym how they myght destroye hym.
And the Pharisees having gone forth, held a consultation against him, how they might destroy him,
Then wente the Pharises out, and helde a councell agaynst him, how they might destroye him.
Upon this the Pharisees went out of the synagogue, and form'd a conspiracy against his life.
The religious know-it-alls got so dad-gummed mad at Jesus for doin' this that they started ponderin' how they might take him out.
Contextual Overview
Bible Verse Review
from Treasury of Scripure Knowledge
went: Matthew 27:1, Mark 3:6, Luke 6:11, John 5:18, John 10:39, John 11:53, John 11:57
held a council: or, took counsel
Reciprocal: Daniel 6:7 - have consulted Matthew 10:23 - when Matthew 16:1 - Pharisees Matthew 22:34 - they John 7:19 - Why
Cross-References
And when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was pleasant to the eyes, and a tree to be desired to make one wise, she took of the fruit thereof, and did eat, and gave also unto her husband with her; and he did eat.
That the sons of God saw the daughters of men that they were fair; and they took them wives of all which they chose.
And it came to pass after these things, that his master's wife cast her eyes upon Joseph; and she said, Lie with me.
But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.
Gill's Notes on the Bible
Then the Pharisees went out,.... Of the synagogue, being, as Luke says, filled with madness, at the unanswerableness of his arguments; and because of the violation of the sabbath, as they thought; and most of all, because of the miracle wrought by him; and which was so glaringly a proof of his being Lord of the sabbath, and could not fail of creating him esteem among the people: and held a council against him, how they might destroy him. Mark says, the council was held by them with the Herodians; of whom,
:- who, though they differed from them both in religion and politics, yet might be thought very proper persons to advise with about this matter; and especially, as they might have a greater interest at court, than they had. Nor did they scruple to enter into such a consultation, though on the sabbath day, and about the taking away of the life of an innocent person; which shows what scared consciences, and hard hearts they had, and how full of hypocrisy they were.
Barnes' Notes on the Bible
This account is found also in Mark 3:6-12.
Matthew 12:14
The Pharisees ... held a council ... - Mark adds that the Herodians also took a part in this plot. They were probably a “political” party attached firmly to Herod Antipas, son of Herod the Great, tetrarch of Galilee. He was the same man who had imprisoned and beheaded John the Baptist, and to whom the Saviour, when arraigned, was sent by Pilate. See the notes at Luke 3:1. He was under Roman authority, and was a strong advocate of Roman power. All the friends of the family of Herod were opposed to Christ, and ever ready to join any plot against his life. They remembered, doubtless, the attempts of Herod the Great against him when he was the babe of Bethlehem, and they were stung with the memory of the escape of Jesus from his bloody hands. The attempt against him now, on the part of the Pharisees, was the effect of “envy.” They hated his popularity, they were losing their influence, and they therefore resolved to take him out of the way.
Matthew 12:15
But when Jesus knew it, he withdrew himself ... - He knew of the plot which they had formed against his life; but his hour was not yet come, and he therefore sought security.
By remaining, his presence would only have provoked them further and endangered his own life. He acted, therefore, the part of prudence and withdrew. Compare the notes at Matthew 10:23.
Mark adds that he withdrew “to the sea;” that is, to the Sea of Galilee. or Tiberias. He states also Matthew 3:7-8 that “a great multitude from Galilee followed him, and from Judea, and from Jerusalem, and from Idumea, and from beyond Jordan; and they about Tyre and Sidon, a great multitude, when they heard what great things he did, came unto him.” As some of these places were without the limits of Judea or inhabited by “Gentiles,” this statement of Mark throws light on the passage quoted by Matthew Matthew 12:21, “In his name shall the Gentiles trust.”
Pressed by the crowd Mark 3:9, Jesus went aboard a “small vessel,” or “boat,” called by Mark a “ship.” This he did for the convenience of being separated from them and more easily addressing them. We are to suppose the lake still and calm; the multitudes, most of whom were sick and diseased, on the shore and pressing to the water’s edge; and Jesus thus healing their diseases, and preaching to them the good news of salvation. No scene could be more sublime than this.
Matthew 12:16
And he charged them ... - He was “at this time” desirous of concealment.
He wished to avoid their plots and to save his life.
Matthew 12:17
That it might be fulfilled ... - Matthew here quotes a passage from Isaiah 42:1-4, to show the “reason why he thus retired from his enemies and sought concealment.” The Jews, and the disciples also at first, expected that the Messiah would be a conqueror, and vindicate himself from all his enemies. When they saw him retiring before them, and, instead of subduing them by force, seeking a place of concealment, it was contrary to all their previous notions of the Messiah. Matthew by this quotation shows that “their” conceptions of him had been wrong. Instead of a warrior and an earthly conqueror, he was “predicted” under a totally different character. Instead of shouting for battle, lifting up his voice in the streets, oppressing the feeble - “breaking bruised reeds and quenching smoking flax, as a conqueror” - he would be peaceful, retiring; would strengthen the feeble, and would cherish the faintest desires of holiness. This appears to be the general meaning of this quotation here. Compare the notes at Isaiah 42:1-4.
Matthew 12:18
My servant - That is, the Messiah, the Lord Jesus; called a servant from his taking the “form” of a “servant,” or his being born in a humble condition Philippians 2:7, and from his obeying or “serving” God. See Hebrews 10:9.
Shall show judgment to the Gentiles - The word “judgment” means, in the Hebrew, law, “commands, etc.,” Psalms 19:9; Psalms 119:29-30. It means the “whole system of truth;” the law of God in general; the purpose, plan, or “judgment” of God about human duty and conduct. Here it means, evidently, the system of “gospel truth,” the Christian scheme.
Gentiles - All who were not Jews. This prophecy was fulfilled by the multitudes coming to him from Idumea and beyond Jordan, and from Tyre and Sidon, as recorded by Mark 3:7-8.
Matthew 12:19
He shall not strive ... - He shall not shout as a warrior.
He shall be meek, retiring, and peaceful. Streets were places of concourse. The meaning is, that he should not seek publicity and popularity.
Matthew 12:20
A bruised reed ... - The reed is an emblem of feebleness, as well as of fickleness or want of stability, Matthew 11:7. A bruised, broken reed is an emblem of the poor and oppressed. It means that he would not oppress the feeble and poor, as victorious warriors and conquerors did. It is also an expressive emblem of the soul broken and contrite on account of sin; weeping and mourning for transgression. He will not break it; that is, he will not be severe, unforgiving, and cruel. He will heal it, pardon it, and give it strength.
Smoking flax - This refers to the wick of a lamp when the oil is exhausted - the dying, flickering flame and smoke that hang over it. It is an emblem, also, of feebleness and infirmity. He would not further oppress those who had a little strength; he would not put out hope and life when it seemed to be almost extinct. He would not be like the Pharisees, proud and overbearing, and trampling down the poor. It is expressive, also, of the languishing graces of the people of God. He will not treat them harshly or unkindly, but will cherish the feeble flame, minister the “oil” of grace, and kindle it into a blaze.
Till he send forth judgment unto victory - “Judgment” here means truth - the truth of God, the gospel. It shall be victorious - it shall not be vanquished. Though the Messiah is not “such” a conqueror as the Jews expected, yet he “shall” conquer. Though mild and retiring, yet he will be victorious.
Matthew 12:21
And in his name ... - The Hebrew in Isaiah is, “And the isles shall wait for his law.” The idea is, however, the same.
The “isles” denote the Gentiles, or a part of the Gentiles - those out of Judea. The meaning is, that the gospel should be preached to the Gentiles, and that they should receive it. See the notes at Isaiah 41:1 for an explanation of the word “islands,” as it is used in the Bible.
Clarke's Notes on the Bible
Verse Matthew 12:14. Held a council against him — Nothing sooner leads to utter blindness, and hardness of heart, than envy. There are many who abandon themselves to pleasure-taking and debauchery on the Sabbath, who condemn a poor man whom necessity obliges to work on what is termed a holiday, or a national fast.
