Proverbs 21:3

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

Do what is right and fair. The Lord loves that more than sacrifices.

Cross References

1 Samuel 15:22

But Samuel answered, “Which pleases the Lord more: burnt offerings and sacrifices or obeying his commands? It is better to obey the Lord than to offer sacrifices to him. It is better to listen to him than to offer the fat from rams.

Hosea 6:6

This is because I want faithful love, not sacrifice. I want people to know God, not to bring burnt offerings.

Proverbs 15:8

The Lord hates the offerings of the wicked, but he is happy to hear the prayers of those who live right.

Mark 12:33

And you must love God with all your heart, all your mind, and all your strength. And you must love others the same as you love yourself. These commands are more important than all the animals and sacrifices we offer to God.”

Psalm 50:8

The problem I have with you is not your sacrifices or the burnt offerings you bring to me every day.

Psalm 40:7

So I said, “Here I am, ready to do what was written about me in the book.

Zechariah 7:9

“This is what the Lord All-Powerful said: ‘You must do what is right and fair. You must be kind and show mercy to each other.