Proverbs 21:3

Contemporary English Version 1995

Doing what is right and fair pleases the Lord more than an offering.

Cross References

1 Samuel 15:22

“Tell me,” Samuel said. “Does the Lord really want sacrifices and offerings? No! He doesn't want your sacrifices. He wants you to obey him.

Hosea 6:6

I'd rather for you to be faithful and to know me than to offer sacrifices.

Proverbs 15:8

The Lord is disgusted by gifts from the wicked, but it makes him happy when his people pray.

Mark 12:33

It is also true that we must love God with all our heart, mind, and strength, and that we must love others as much as we love ourselves. These commandments are more important than all the sacrifices and offerings that we could possibly make.”

Psalm 50:8

Although you offer sacrifices and always bring gifts,

Psalm 40:7

And so, I said, “I am here to do what is written about me in the book, where it says,