Matthew 12:19

“He will not strive, nor cry aloud, nor will any one hear his voice in the streets.”

His ministry will be neither strident nor publicity seeking. Not for Him the standing on street corners of Matthew 6:5, or the sitting in the streets mocking of Matthew 11:17, or the seeking of fame through His miracles (Matthew 8:4; Matthew 9:30; Matthew 12:16). Nor will He strive with those whose hearts are hardened (Matthew 10:13; Matthew 11:20; Matthew 12:15; Matthew 15:21). Rather He will be meek and lowly in heart (Matthew 11:29).

This was in contrast with earthly rulers, who are renowned for their bluster (compare Matthew 20:25), and was in contrast with how most people would have seen the Messiah, although we must remember that there were those who saw Him as coming as a great Teacher. Matthew wants it to be clear that Jesus is not on earth to stir up unnecessary trouble Matthew 21:5), even though His presence will necessarily cause dissension (Matthew 10:21; Matthew 10:35).