Cross-referencesExplore similar Bible verses on Matthew 12:21 in English Standard Version "and in his name the Gentiles will hope.”" Isa 11:10 In that day the root of Jesse, who shall stand as a signal for the peoples—of him shall the nations inquire, and his resting place shall be glorious.Isa 42:4 He will not grow faint or be discouraged till he has established justice in the earth; and the coastlands wait for his law.Ro 15:12 And again Isaiah says, “The root of Jesse will come, even he who arises to rule the Gentiles; in him will the Gentiles hope.”