Matthew 12:19
He shall not strive, nor cry; neither shall any man hear his voice in the streets.
Cross-references
Matthew 11:29 reveals the gentle and humble heart behind the silent demeanor here, showing Christ's character explicitly.
Matthew 21:5 depicts Jesus entering Jerusalem humble on a donkey — exactly the quiet, gentle king described here.
John 18:36-38 reveals Jesus' kingdom is not of this world, explaining why He does not quarrel or cry out here.
2 Timothy 2:24 applies the same principle to church leaders: the Lord's servant must not be quarrelsome, mirroring Christ's example here.
Zechariah 9:9 prophesies the humble King riding a donkey, echoing the quiet servant in Isaiah 42:2 quoted here.
2 Corinthians 10:1 appeals by the meekness and gentleness of Christ, the very character displayed here.
2 Timothy 2:25 adds that correcting opponents must be done with gentleness, consistent with the quiet demeanor here.