Proverbs 21:3

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

Doing what is righteous and just is more acceptable to the  Lord than sacrifice.

Cross References

1 Samuel 15:22

Then Samuel said: Does the Lord   take pleasure in burnt offerings and sacrifices as much as in obeying the  Lord? Look: to obey is better than sacrifice, to pay attention is better than the fat of rams.

Hosea 6:6

For I desire faithful love and not sacrifice, the knowledge of God  rather than burnt offerings.

Proverbs 15:8

The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable to the  Lord, but the prayer of the upright is his delight.

Mark 12:33

And to love  him with all your heart, with all your understanding,  and with all your strength, and to love your neighbour as yourself, is far more important than all the burnt offerings and sacrifices.’

Zechariah 7:9

‘The Lord of Armies says this: “Make fair decisions.  Show faithful love and compassion  to one another.