Proverbs 21:27

Tree of Life Version

The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination— how much more when he brings it with evil intent?

Cross References

Isaiah 66:3

One who kills an ox is like one who kills a man; one who sacrifices a lamb is like one who breaks a dog’s neck; one who offers a grain offering is like one who offers swine’s blood; one who burns incense is like one who blesses an idol. They have chosen their own ways, so their soul delights in their abominations.

Proverbs 15:8

The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to Adonai, but the prayer of the upright pleases him.

Jeremiah 6:20

Of what use to Me is frankincense coming from Sheba or sweet cane from a distant country? Your burnt offerings are not acceptable, nor are your sacrifices pleasing to Me.”

Matthew 23:13

“But woe to you, Torah scholars and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you shut people out of the kingdom of heaven. For you do not enter yourselves, nor do you let those enter who are trying to go in.

Proverbs 28:9

One who turns his ear from hearing Torah —even his prayer is an abomination.

Ecclesiastes 5:1

Do not be quick with your mouth nor hasty in your heart to utter a word in God’s presence. For God is in heaven, and you are on the earth— therefore, let your words be few.

Numbers 16:15

Then Moses became very angry and said to Adonai, “Do not accept their offering. I haven’t taken from them a single donkey, nor have I wronged one of them!”

Proverbs 7:14

“I had to sacrifice fellowship offerings; today I paid my vow.